Prussian/German Insignia

[Wessel Gordon]

I'm sure this isn't the right forum but the ''Classifieds'' section seems to have some issues so please excuse me if this post is in an inappropriate thread.

I am looking for the insignia of a Prussian/German officer to accompany my Pour le Merite but can't seem to find it on any site. Does somebody perhaps know where I can find some even if it's replica items?

 

[VtwinVince]

Do you mean shoulderboards and collar insignia?

[Wessel Gordon]

I prefer shoulderboards.

My SADF collection includes the shoulder boards of a full colonel, the US collection has the four stars of a full general that could be worn on either the lapels or shoulders and I'm working on buying a UK general's insignia which from what I've seen of British uniforms are displayed on the shoulders as well.

[GMU]

On 15/08/2019 at 06:41, Wessel Gordon said:

I'm sure this isn't the right forum but the ''Classifieds'' section seems to have some issues so please excuse me if this post is in an inappropriate thread.

I am looking for the insignia of a Prussian/German officer to accompany my Pour le Merite but can't seem to find it on any site. Does somebody perhaps know where I can find some even if it's replica items?

 

Could you please share a photo of your Pour Le Merite with us?  

[Wessel Gordon]

It's a replica. I always liked the looks of it so I bought it when I got the chance.

[1812 Overture]

I have many copies and I would love to sell them to you. . At a cheap price

[Wessel Gordon]

Those are nice copies but I have two issues:

1. Getting the correct ribbon for all those in South Africa would be close to impossible;

2. I don't have a lot of money right now so can't really afford it anyway.

 

[laurentius]

Dear Wessel Gordon,

I would urge you to buy genuine medals for your collection. If you were again in a tight-spot money-wise you'd just sell one or two and be on your way again, that's not something you can do with fakes, they are just a waste of money. 

Kind regards, Laurentius

[Wessel Gordon]

Laurentius,

Thanks for the good advice. We are moving soon so all resources have to go into getting that done, consequently my collection will have to remain as it is right now.