New Things I Purchased for my Collection

[Brian Wolfe]

Hello Lorenzo,

You never cease to amaze me as to the number and variety of itmes you find to add to your collection.

I always "stop in" and take a look at your new items, an interesting and enjoyable thread.

Regards

Brian

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Hello Lorenzo,

You never cease to amaze me as to the number and variety of itmes you find to add to your collection.

I always "stop in" and take a look at your new items, an interesting and enjoyable thread.

Regards

Brian

Thank you so much

Lorenzo

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Here are the items that arrived already:

Lorenzo

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War Bring Back Bought from Dock Sales: H.H.D Marked

Lorenzo

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Wisam al Rafidain kingdom 4th Class Bought from Liverpoolmedals.com

Lorenzo

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These all arrived this week:

Lorenzo

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Iraqi Army Officer Holster:

Arrived this week:

Lorenzo

[HenkWillem]

Absolutely wonderfull pieces.

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Written by Saddam Hussein

WHAT IS IT ABOUT? Zabiba and the King is an allegorical love story between a mighty king (Saddam) and a simple, yet beautiful commoner named Zabiba (the Iraqi people). Zabiba is married to a cruel and unloving husband (the United States) who forces himself upon her against her will. This act of rape is compared to the United States invasion of Iraq.

WHY TRANSLATE THIS BOOK? The editor, an American businessman, had the book translated into English to satisfy his own curiosity. He also felt it would be interesting and a beneficial tool for the curious, the patriotic, the educator, the historian, etc., as well as for the friends and families of servicemen serving in Iraq.

The publisher, a strong supporter of U.S. troops, felt the book was an interesting read. While the allegory is controversial and, at times, unsettling, it gives the reader an opportunity to "play detective" and attempt to decipher any hidden meanings.

WHAT IS THE SETTING? The stomping grounds of a young Saddam Hussein near Tikrit, Iraq.

WHAT IS THE TIME PERIOD? The era of the story is the mid-600's to early 700's A.D., due to the clue the main character, Zabiba, is a devout follower of Islam, yet the king still worships the idols of his forefathers and is ignorant of some of the fundamental traditions of the Islamic faith.

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1993 -2003, Republican Guards, Hamurabi Forces Command, Chemical Protection Battalion One Face Large Flag with Fringe, size ( 120 X 80)CM

Bought this from a dealer out of Baghdad, Iraq

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Here is a set of 3 Thunder Troop badges just added to my collection:

I am short the black one: I was told that there were 6 different colors..

Edited May 2, 2010 by IMHF

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GULF WAR DESERT STORM

IRAQI TANKER HELMET

CHINESE ISSUE

Sellers Description:

OFFERED FOR AUCTION IS THIS VINTAGE 1991 DESERT STORM / GULF WAR, SADAAM ERA IRAQI ARMY TANKER HELMET. HELMET IS CONSTRUCTED OF PADDED LEATHER FRAME WITH TROPICAL MESH FOR HOT WEATHER ISSUE. CONTAINS TWO EARPHONES WITH REAR WIRE AND PLUG. UNCERTAIN IF ELECTRONICS STILL FUNCTION. COMES IN PLEATHER / CANVAS BAG PICTURED, UNCERTAIN IF THEY ACTUALLY BELONG TOGETHER BUT THATS HOW THEY CAME TO US. WE ARE TOLD HELMET WAS MOST LIKELY MANUFACTURED IN CHINA FOR THE IRAQI TANK CORPS. HELMET IS USED AND SHOWS SIGNS OF USE / WEAR (PLEASE SEE PIC'S) THERE IS WHAT APPEARS TO BE ARABIC WRITING ON UNIT, POSIBLY DIVISIONAL MARKINGS. OFFERED AS-PICTURED, AS-FOUND, AS-IS.

http://cgi.ebay.com/...e=STRK:MEWNX:IT

I won this on ebay:

Thank you for viewing:

Lorenzo

Edited May 14, 2010 by IMHF

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IRAQ - Rare Medal Saddam - with Iraq 3 star flag Ribbon

I bought this from Ammar on EBAY:

Iraqi Rare Medal Saddam Era with the Music Somarian Symbol

as well as the Iraqi Flag with 3 starts , with the Baath Party Words ( ARABIC NATION UNITED ) 1977

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...e=STRK:MEWNX:IT

[Ulsterman]

1993 -2003, Republican Guards, Hamurabi Forces Command, Chemical Protection Battalion One Face Large Flag with Fringe, size ( 120 X 80)CM

Bought this from a dealer out of Baghdad, Iraq

SUPERB!! Do you ever see Iraqi flags besides the national banners at all?

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Iraqi Palace - Saddam Hussein China & Marble Artifacts

DESCRIPTION: This auction is for two china shards and a piece of marble? flooring, part of the aftermath of OIF 1. These artifacts came from one of the palaces that Saddam Hussein owned, they were generated during the initial engagement in '03. I do know these are genuine. These items were purchased in Iraq and returned to the U.S. observing all CENTCOM rules. This item does not violate eBay's Iraq policy.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270574205457&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

I won these on EBAY:

Lorenzo

[Mervyn Mitton]

Lorenzo - Royal Worcester is one of the very top British porcelain companies. Since the Iraq arms are also on the base, the dinner service must have been ordered directly from Royal Worcester by the Iraq Government. This would have been a set for State dining and was probably a very large set. Might be worth contacting the factory to see if they can help you ?

Edited May 21, 2010 by Mervyn Mitton

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Lorenzo - Royal Worcester is one of the very top British porcelain companies. Since the Iraq arms are also on the base, the dinner service must have been ordered directly from Royal Worcester by the Iraq Government. This would have been a set for State dining and was probably a very large set. Might be worth contacting the factory to see if they can help you ?

Thank you for the information, I am looking for a complete bowl if you find one let me now$$$$

Thank you

Lorenzo

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Russian Soviet T-72 tank infrared marker light, Iraq

Seller's Description

Here is a chance to own f pice of history, this is a T-72 infrared marker that is standard on BMP and T class Russian tanks. This particular item came out of Iraq. Marker been shot off with unknown weapon. Ask any question before bidding, let me know if you need any more pictures. Thanks for looking.

http://cgi.ebay.com/...e=STRK:MEWNX:IT

Won this on Ebay:Today

Lorenzo

Edited May 28, 2010 by IMHF

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I did ask the seller if the piece was exposed to DU, he said no... I hope this is true..

Lorenzo

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Iraq badge of The GENERAL FEDERATION OF TRADE UNIONS GFTU, dated from 1970's.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180480751171&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

Won this on Ebay today: I really like the mounting pin looks Germen made??

Lorenzo

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Antique 1944 IRAQ Handcrafted WWII-era Silver Ring

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Iraq hand-crafted silver ring from a soldier in Iraq during World War II in 1944. It's pretty well-tarnished as silver does with age and is hand-etched at the center head. With a finger size of 10.75 and a total weight of 3.8 grams, it's enameled "IRAQ" on one side and "1944" on the other.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370385135720&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

Won this on Ebay:

[Baghdadi2007]

Iraq badge of The GENERAL FEDERATION OF TRADE UNIONS GFTU, dated from 1970's.

http://cgi.ebay.com/...e=STRK:MEWNX:IT

Won this on Ebay today: I really like the mounting pin looks Germen made??

Lorenzo

Its nice pc. but it is exactly issued for ( General Fedration of Labour's Societies ) , as written in red-coloured area on obverse face of it.

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Saddam Mirror School/English Print: Bought this from Ammar J. on EBAY:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...e=STRK:MEWNX:IT

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http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...e=STRK:MEWNX:IT

Bought this from Ammar J. on EBAY:

[panzer1031]

mannnnn you sure have alot of towelhead stuff. I have a bunch of iraqi/american patches my buddy brought home from op freedom. I collect ww2, and dont really have ANY interest in iraqi stuff. i can see how u like the older stuff...but the modern iraqi stuff is boring to me. Thats just my personal prefernce and opinion tho. and u know how those are! lol great collection of militaria tho man. ujr going to have a HUGEEEE collection of stuff by the tijme u get home! the sadaam stuff i can see as being pretty valuable. ur clock is cool....especially if they are going for 500!!!!! that amazes me. keep it up man. love the pics and appreciate your service!

Edited June 23, 2010 by panzer1031