Graf

Nice Stars 

Did you get second one?

This could be super

I came across of this 5th class in an original boxe

It is a pity it was sold long time ago Not in mine collection

Nice

Amazing

My small contribution  in Gold

Nice additions Congrats

Nice

After 1990 It is written only "Republic of Bulgaria"

Before 1990 it would be " People's Republic of Bulgaria"

Cheers

his type is well-know and widely considered fake. If you search for "small crown fake" on this forum, you'll find a very educative thread here. There has also been some reference to these fakes in this long obsolete thread. Most striking feature is their die-struck and painted, though stepped core. Besides that, they're around as 1813, 1870, 1914 and even 1939 crosses... and all are from the same tools.

I agree with this comment.

Interesting.

It looks like the nurse is from Children Hospital

On 28/03/2022 at 07:41, 922F said:

Wonderful gift, loving tribute!   Quite an artist--you must be very proud!

Nicely said I agree. 

Have a lovely Birthday!

On 14/03/2022 at 19:29, Peter Cornwell said:

BlackcowboyBS,

 

I don't know of any exact English equivalent but 'keep your eyes skinned' is close. Sounds painful though.

 

As for the crosses mentioned in my first post, no bidders as yet. And while I am keen to add fangs to my own collection, something about both these current offerings makes me chary and I can't put my finger on exactly why. It's not price as that is what one could expect to pay for a good example. Any pointers/comments will be welcome.  

 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/334359256549

https://www.ebay.com/itm/334355714032 

On 23/12/2021 at 01:56, augustin1813 said:

Nice item.

I think it could be from the Napoleon III period, or even later.

 

On 09/01/2022 at 07:20, CollectorInTheUSA said:

This is a very interesting thread, and thanks to everyone who has posted here.  

 

Question:  is it safe these days to buy WWI and WWII medals and artifacts at German and European auctions?  

 

I am thinking specifically of "Hermann Historica" and "Ratisbon's".  

 

Are they reliable?  Are their experts knowledgeable?  Do you ever see fakes showing up at their auctions?

On 14/03/2022 at 19:29, Peter Cornwell said:

BlackcowboyBS,

 

I don't know of any exact English equivalent but 'keep your eyes skinned' is close. Sounds painful though.

 

As for the crosses mentioned in my first post, no bidders as yet. And while I am keen to add fangs to my own collection, something about both these current offerings makes me chary and I can't put my finger on exactly why. It's not price as that is what one could expect to pay for a good example. Any pointers/comments will be welcome.  

 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/334359256549

https://www.ebay.com/itm/334355714032 

Nice Bar Congrats

Nice crosses

I agree the Box is Belgian and the text was intentionally damaged

Any way nice medal ..and the box can be used till you get an original..only if you need one

Cheers

Nice collection

Cheers

Nice and mysterious  item We will wait

Cheers

Hi Scottplen,

Although this thread is for the 1941 Model it is a nice small WW1 medal bar.

Bear in mind that at the beginning of WW2 the leftovers of the WW1 Soldier Crosses were awarded with Awarding Documents dating the beginning till mid WW2 period like the New World post:

On 08/10/2017 at 22:05, new world said:

German WW2 medal bar with document for Soldier Bravery 4th class, type 1915, awarded in 1942.

Well done

Thank you  922F,

Do my best to keep the topic

I like this classic box EK2 is marked "G" for Godet Berlin

I  am not sure about the box originality

Ir rather stick to well known ones

Bulgarian  General Popoff

Hi 922F,

Thank you for the information Very interesting, especially the fact that he got the Civil Division of the Order of St Alexander I suspect he received few luxury models decorations. he was well known of his extravaganza and love for luxury items.

I am still chasing the name of the VIP from the previous post

On this photo that I posted not long ago he is wearing the St Alexander Star. The photo was taken during a visit to Bulgaria.

Lovely medal Bar with miniature devices attached