Set of 3 pre WWII Republic of Latvia orders and medals. Very rare pre WWII Latvian distinguished flying badge surmounted by the Latvian fire cross, or ugunskrusts, connected to a chain holding a hovering eagle. The Latvian Aviation Regiment was established in 1919 out of native Latvian pilots who were part of the Russian Imperial Air Force. Once a peace between Latvia and the Soviet Union was signed in 1920, the independent Latvian air forces continued until overrun by the Soviet Union at the start of the second world war. Latvian pilots continued to fly with the German Luftwaffe ex-patria, wearing Luftwaffe uniforms with a combination of German and Latvian pilot insignias. The Latvian Aviation Regiment (also referred to as the air division) was the primary military aviation force. Active members wore a distinguished flying badge surmounted by the Latvian fire cross, or ugunskrusts, connected to a chain holding a hovering eagle. The badge was in gold for officers, silver for NCO Also. Order of the Three Stars Triju Zvaigznu ordenis. Order of the Three Stars is the highest civilian order awarded for meritorious service to Latvia. It was established in 1924 in remembrance of the founding of Latvia. Its motto is “Per aspera ad astra”, meaning “Through hardships to the stars”. The Order has five ranks and three grades of medals of honour. Also medal of Independence. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “zilvra10″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Theme: Militaria
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Latvia
ORIG’L, RARE & VG Condition AC/AAF Type B-1/B-1A Flying Goggles Luxor No. These are an ORIGINAL and VERY RARE pair of the flying goggles often associated with the Army Air Corps in the 1920’s and early-WWII period. The goggles were manufactured by the E. B Meyrowitz Company of New York City and are so-labeled on the inside of the google strap and on the aluminum lens frames of the goggles. Meyrowitz designated these goggles as the No. 6 “Air Service Model”, while the Air Corps termed them the Type B-1 and B-1A. These goggles are discussed in Mick Prodger’s great reference work. At page 35 and pictured at page 151. The goggles are in VERY GOOD used condition. The two-piece face pads are in very good condition for their 90+ year age and are not brittle and still pliable and soft enough to be worn, if desired. The goggles come with an original aluminum “Luxor Airex” storage can (see image below), the so-called “coffin can”, which is in great condition. The can is well-marked on the lid (see image below). I’m a militaria collector like you and I do this as a sideline to my own collecting. Nonetheless, I’ll handle your order in a business-like and professional manner. Thanks for your business! Vendio Images: More than just a pretty image. 250+ Mobile Responsive & Active Content Free Listing Templates with Vendio Sales Manager. Get business information that counts! – Vendio Counters are active content free. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\WW II (1939-45)\Original Period Items\United States\Field Gear, Equipment”. The seller is “stanwolcott” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
Luger Holster GECO Commerical Rare Beautiful! . This exact holster is pictured at the bottom of the page 249 in the Jan Still book 3rd Reich Luger’s. At first glance the holster looks like a World War II police style model. On the top of the front flap is a steel stud and upper strap is sewn to the body which passes under a hold down strap below the stud. On the right side is a spare magazine pouch and on the rear are two standard belt loops on the underside of the top flap there is not a pouch for a Luger combination take down tool. There was never such a pouch sewn under this top flap when the pull up strap in the front side of the body is pulled out slightly, stamped into the leather just below the end piece is a small gecko stamping with the large G followed by eco within the G. This is the commercial mark for the firm of Gustav Genschow EG located in Berlin. They were a well-known firm, especially in the production of various calibers of bullets they also produced a variety of German holster models this holster is finished in a fine quality and high gloss black, much higher quality than the typical military or police holster. And all the stitching is done and black thread. Please look close at all pictures as they are a description of what you will receive. Please ask any questions. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “ittybittyjonedith” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Hong Kong.
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS 1916 DOMINICAN CAMPAIGN MEDAL, W/ REPLACED FULL WRAP BROOCH. STRUCK BY JOSEPH K. RIBBON DRAPE TESTED U. The Dominican Campaign Medal is a military decoration of the United States Navy and United States Marine Corps which was created on December 29, 1921. To be awarded the Dominican Campaign Medal, a servicemen must have performed active military duty in the Dominican Republic between the dates of May 5 and December 4, 1916. The medal commemorates the 1916 United States invasion of the Dominican Republic. The medal was designed by Adolph Alexander Weinman, and the design approved by the United States Commission of Fine Arts in November 1923. It was the first Navy and Marine Corps medal whose reverse face contained the inscription “For Service” on a straight line. All previous reverse faces of Navy and Marine Corps medals had placed the inscription on a curve. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you! This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “medal_mulisha_store” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Theme: Militaria
This is from a set the government had discarded that was ostensibly the original artwork for the designing of the crests for the 48 State National Guard units and our associated territories. They are all original watercolors on board and are in varying condition and the time frame they were done was the 1920’s to the 1940’s and the dates are in the corners with the sign off of the relevant officer of the quartermaster general’s office. These are one of a kind design proofs for the State Guard unit crests and are extremely well done and executed. I do not know who this artist is. This design was approved by the Quartermaster’s department in 1926. It is in good condition with minor corner wear. The size is about 8″ x 10″. I focus on happy repeat customers and love what I do and try to ensure all customers are happy. I do not stay glued to my computer and have a real job so please do not expect instantaneous answers. I specialize in paper, photos, coins and militaria. I sell about anything except reproductions. If it is not old, I say so. If there is a defect, I also say so. You can always learn more in this business. If I make a mistake, and we all do, I will take responsibility for it and you can return the item. This item is in the category “Art\Paintings”. The seller is “wills1n4″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Unit of Sale: Single Piece
- Size: Medium
- Signed: No
- Date of Creation: 1900-1949
- Title: State of West Virginia National Guard Crest
- Material: Watercolor
- Item Length: 10.5
- Certificate of Authenticity (COA): No
- Region of Origin: US
- Subject: Figures & Portraits
- Personalize: No
- Signed?: Unsigned
- Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
- Type: Painting
- Year of Production: 1926
- Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Item Width: 8
- Handmade: Yes
- Time Period Produced: 1900-1924
1978 State of Qatar Order of Merit 2nd Class. Neck Badge & Breast Star. Made by: Arthus Bertrand – Paris. Class: 2nd Class (Commander). Measures: 90 mm, (the breast star) & 60 mm (neck badge). Cosmetic condition: used and shows sign of used consistent with age but remains in nice condition. Pictures are part of the item description. Note: Some discolouration as show in pictures. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “the-orient-treasures” and is located in this country: CA. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Time Period Manufactured: 1919-38
- Country/Region of Manufacture: France
- Modified Item: No
World War II WWII Anti-Aircraft Battalion Virginia Photo Album Minesweepers. Original 1933 United States Marine Corps Quantico Virginia Barracks Post License Plate Permit. The Permit is for #20. The United States Marine Corps in 1933 consisted of 16,068 total Marines across the Globe. Plates such as this are hard to find from a time when the United States Military still had a large amount of horses and had not fully mechanized. In 1920 Marine Corps Schools were founded in order “to make this post and whole Marine Corps a great University” Quantico would see further expansion during World War II in training for amphibious warfare. To this date most Marine Officers receive training at the revered Quantico Base. This is a very rare piece of United States Marine Corps History. Permit measures 8.9 wide by 3.5 inches high. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Transportation\Automobilia\License Plates\Other US License Plates”. The seller is “cavaliercards” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Denmark, Switzerland, Chile, China, Republic of Croatia, Indonesia, Portugal, Malta, Cyprus, Australia, Austria, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, Bulgaria, Poland, Macau, Czech Republic, Norway, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Greece, Romania, Mexico, Ireland, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Netherlands, Japan, Slovakia, Slovenia, Lithuania, Thailand, Bahrain, United Kingdom, Hungary, Sweden, Colombia, Spain, Estonia, Belgium, Kuwait, Finland, Luxembourg, South Korea, France, Germany, Latvia, Italy, Singapore, South Africa.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Lithuanian army soldier’s dog tag. Lithuanian Grand Duke Gediminas 1st Infantry Regiment (Lithuanian: Pirmasis pestininku Didziojo Lietuvos kunigaikscio Gedimino pulkas). Personal number – 54. International buyers : please know your custom laws and restrictions! This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “ostland_militaria” and is located in this country: LT. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Theme: Militaria
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Lithuania