Wild Card

for an officer’s cross.

Gentlemen, We do not seem to have a case

Did you mean 4th class cross?

Stogie, With regard to your case in post #8,

Actually, according to Hessenthal/Schreiber, this medal should be silver gilt; and yes, these medals do seem to be surprisingly rare.

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Yes Heiko Grusdat, the owner was Mohamed Hussein el Zeini. Gentlemen, if you would like to see one of the most complex cases of medal bar owner identification, go to: http://gmic.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=8999&hl=Khedive's&st=0 I cannot recall an example that better reflects the capabilities of The Forum and it’s members. Regards, Wild Card

:blush: Sorry VtwinVince, I forgot about this one which I posted quite some time ago. Regards, Wild Card

Seeheld, Thank you for your interest and effort. This whole exercise has made me realize how my mind is so far behind the reality of what today’s identification experts can do. I would never have thought that identification of this bar was even remotely possible. There are a number of factors that are making this possible that did not exist until a short time ago. Mainly, they are (1) the ability to now record and access award records, (2) exchange this material by the internet and (3) a group of individuals who have the desire and dedication to generously commit themselves and their talent to this end. Once again, I regret so much the fact that pioneers like Eric Ludvigsen, George Seymour and Neal O’Connor could not be with us to see what is now being done and to be a part of it, Thanks to you all, Wild Card

Gentlemen, For your evaluation and entertainment, I would like to present a group of three Prussian decorations on a buttonhole device. What makes this curious is the fact that while the bar is made for three decorations, it is mounted with four ribbons; the fourth one being what appears to be an 1870 combatants medal. Any comments are welcome, Wild Card

Thank you Beau. Although something a little more specific would have been nice, I suppose that in view of the overlapping time frames of these campaigns coupled with the low number of such awards, this makes sense. Best wishes, Wild Card

Gentlemen, Thank you for your interest and compliments regarding my new bar. As I indicated in my introduction (post #4), I never considered identification to be possible; and even though you/we have not come up with a positive holder, your work and the prospect of doing so is most encouraging. While we are on the subject I would like to ask a question about the Mecklenburg-Schwerin MVK series. While the crosses for 1864, 1870, etc. apply to obvious wars and campaigns, I am wondering about the application or purpose of the crosses which do not have do not have a year on them. Could one of you please explain this? Many thanks in advance, Wild Card

Here is your man as seen on the Princely Hohenzollern Carl Anton medal in silver. These medals which were awarded in 1911 came in gold (90), silver (300) and bronze (610) grades.

Hi Rick, Sorry about the quality of the pictures. They were pretty decent until I had to squeeze them down to fit the Forum’s limits. Anyway, the missing bar is Loigny-Poupry; and I have to tell you that even when viewed up close, it is a bit hard to read - small letters a bit polished down. Yes, an Epson scanner would be nice. The problem is that every time I get a little money in my Epson Scanner Super Savings Account (ESSSA, for short), I go and spend it on a silly medal bar or something. Identification of the holder of this bar would be incredible. Until you mentioned it, I never gave the possibility a thought. Best wishes, Wild Card

I know, I know. Here it is.

Gentlemen, I have to open by saying that in my opinion, at least for Imperial German collectors, this year’s OMSA convention was the best in recent years. The variety and quality of items being offered was outstanding. For the first time in a long time, I had a difficult time making a choice as what I would, or could, bring home. After much consideration, the winner is -

Could there be a War Help Cross ribbon tucked in there?

Very nice. :cheers:

I apologize for not being able to provide better detail of the reverse engraving; but it seems to say - Neapolitan Orchestra - Gubel N. N. - City of Leningrad - 1936. Any information that any of you may be able to provide on this would be most appreciated. Thank you and best wishes, Wild Card

Gentlemen, As I understand it, this pin was awarded in recognition of the first five year plan.

Gentlemen, Can any of you provide me with any information regarding the “Uncle Kolya” Partisan Brigade? Thank you, Wild Card

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Hi Beau, I think that you have hit it - right on. Of course! I had forgotten that this order was continued, after 1866, under Luxembourg. I was uneasy about the time line (spread), but this would explain it. Many thanks. By the way, we missed you at OMSA. For Imperial German collectors, it was one of the best in years. I will be posting something that found it’s way home with me within the next few days. Best wishes, Wild Card

Here is a view of the reverse. My first question regards what appears to be a Nassau military and civil merit order, or as it is more commonly known, Adolphus Order. As near as I can tell, this order was awarded with a crown only in the grand cross and commander’s grades. Does anyone out there have any information to the contrary on this? My second question, of course, is whether the holder of this group might be identifiable? Thank you for your interest and any information that you might be able to provide, Wild Card