Graf

Very nice and not small  Congrats

I had a very nice around 30 EK1 collection Sadly reduced it to nine only Those eight and one part of a grouping marked "800"

On 16/02/2014 at 07:45, Stuka f said:

Very nice ! Congrats.

|<ris

I agree

Congrats

Hi  You have done a nice research Congrats

The cross is First Empire Second model with fixed crown There is other variation of this model with mobile crown See picture beloow

The period is 1805-1808 The second and third models on your picture They are Officers in Gold the one listed is Knight in Silver

The Sebastopol campaign  was in 1856 The time difference is 40 years between this model LOH and the Clasp

Welcome on board

Did you have any question regarding the photo or just list it because you like it

Regards

On 01/05/2023 at 23:12, Dave Wilkinson said:

On the subject of white helmets, we could not forget the Brighton Borough Police, who for many years were well known for their day time white summer helmets. They were introduced for daytime summer wear in 1933 and ceased six years later. They were re-introduced and worn between 1952 and the demise of the force in 1967.

 

Below is the white helmet and the night time and winter counterpart.

 

Dave.   

Thank you It is getting very interesting I like it

18 hours ago, steveBobby said:

Greeting Graf！

In fact, there is no special reason. When I started to decide to collect some orders, I saw the Bulgarian. Although it is difficult to find stock in the local market, I still enjoy the process of collecting. Whether it is the Kingdom of Bulgaria or the People's Republic of Bulgaria, I like the design of their orders and certificate styles. They have always fascinated me to understand this country that I have not visited yet. 

I enjoy the process of collecting Bulgarian orders, it is a spiritual pleasure!

Sincerely

Steve

I like your dedication and I hope one day you will visit this country i have been few times,, ofcourse part of trips to the Balkans and Medeterenian

Regards

BTW I like you had the same filling towards Bulgarian Decorations

I started with Belgium, French and German awards (mainly Iron Cross) however gradually mine main interest shifted to Bulgarian Awards and Decorations

Regards

18 hours ago, steveBobby said:

The Soviets receive a bolt version of the Bulgarian Order of September 9th's photo

 

Very Nice Although this is not my area of interest From the Socialist Period  i mainly collect The Hero Stars of Socialist Labour and the Laurates decorations i like your collection and dedication

Congrats

On 31/03/2021 at 05:10, BlackcowboyBS said:

Hello Demir,

great work, Thank you for sharing it! I am very impressed, that the the osmanic state did have different ribbons for life saving medals regarding the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th deed. Do you happen to know, if there ever was a recipient of the Tahlisiye4? That would be very interesting to know!

I agree Thanks

On 18/02/2023 at 00:59, Graf said:

There is a problem  the LOH and the clasp This clasp is probably British added later on to enhance the value of the Order. The problem is over a Century gap between two of them

Like the saying It was a while but it was worthwhile

Congrats

BTW Steve I noticed you live in Hong Kong  I am curious how you became interested in Bulgarian Decorations

Regards

Graf

On 01/05/2023 at 07:13, Urii said:

Who drank whiskey from this glass?

Who drank beer from this glass?

 

Very nice picture Thanks

Nice work Steve!

Yes the Hungarian connection is a big mystery

I am exploring the option that "F" mark could be non Austrian maker who was requested by Austrian Firm to make decorations on their behalf

Hi Tony,

Very nice work

Other information for the Bulgarian Crosses that they were Made in Hungary but not proven

That made me think that those Decorations might have been made by non Austrian makers by request of the Austrian Firms and the mark "F" could be his mark  in addition of the Austrian marks

Yes more questions then answers, That is the purpose of those forums to try to get to an answer with the information and knowledge available to us

regards

Hi Steve

this is  the site when is claimed that This particular model was made in Germany. As i said, although i highly respect the seller i am not convinced that this particular model was made there.

I read long time ago that it was made in Hungary, however not convincing information came across to support this claim either

regards

2 hours ago, Dave Wilkinson said:

We move to the Channel Islands, specifically the Island of Jersey. Many will be aware that between Monday 1st July 1940 and 9th May 1945, Jersey together with Guernsey and other islands in that Bailiwick were occupied by German Armed Forces.

 

Despite the German occupation the British police force on Jersey and its neighbouring islands was allowed to continue operating largely without interference.

 

Here we look at the helmet which was worn during that period alongside a photo of a Jersey Constable talking to a German officer in St. Helier shortly after the occupation.

 

Dave.   

I like it The photo is very unusual and nice Thanks

That is the reverse of the Document

Signed by the Director of the Bulgarian Police at the time requesting all civilian and military organisations in the Kingdom to co-operate with the agent

Hi Steve I am aware about the claim that it is German made, however, like you said there is not convincing enough evidence only statement from a known seller, who I respect.

There is only information about some rare 1915 Soldier Crosses and 1941 Model They were made by the Firm Zimmermann

Because this mark is evident on Austrian made Decorations, i am more inclined to thing that it could be some inspection mark Look the Austrian section The thread is about red Cross Decorations I left some comments

Dear members on other  forum a question was asked regarding a a mark "F" on Austrian decoration

I was aware that the same mark appeared on the 4th Class 1st Grade on the 1915-1916 Model of the Order for Bravery

It is located on the reverse site of one of the swords

Different possibilities were discussed

I am asking the members to participate with the possible explanation what is the meaning of this mark

On 16/04/2023 at 21:29, Jvpi said:

Nice and rare pictures, thank you all for the posts!

I agree Thanks

Badge of secret agent Kingdom of Bulgaria

On 28/04/2023 at 10:58, steveBobby said:

Add two certificates, I really like the certificate design from the early days of the People's Republic of Bulgaria.

Very nice  Thanks for listing them