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Model 31 Helmet Polish Model 31 helmet. A legendary Polish design from the Second Polish Republic era. One of the most modern and best helmets of World War II. The Model 31 helmet is the most advanced and successful Polish helmet design from the interwar period, and is currently the subject of widespread collector interest in Poland and on international markets. At the turn of the 1920s and 19...
Model 31 Helmet Polish Model 31 helmet. A legendary Polish design from the Second Polish Republic era. One of the most advanced and best helmets of World War II. The Model 31 helmet is the most advanced and successful Polish helmet design from the interwar period, and is currently the subject of widespread collector interest in Poland and on international markets. At the turn of the 1920s and ...
Heer ceremonial belt, intended for officers, introduced into service on July 9, 1937, complete, lined on the inside with fabric; the inner strap is made of brown-dyed full-grain leather; there are slight areas of material loss and localized discoloration. Total length: 110 cm Reference: *Deutsche Koppelschlösser 1919–1945*, Lothar Bichlmaier, p. 21.
19th Century/Tsarist Russia: Seal Stamp of the Imperial Don-Kuban Society / Seal / Kuban / Don
72 EUR
Russian seal of the Imperial Don-Kuban Society. The central part features the image of the Russian state emblem. Above the eagle’s heads is the organization’s motto: “STRENGTH IN HONESTY AND UNITY.” Natural patina. Dimensions: diameter: 3.1; height: 0.6 cm. The condition of the item is shown in the attached photos.
A British, regulation Mk II helmet intended for Polish military units. The helmet shell is factory-painted khaki, with the Polish military eagle in a crown painted on the front using a stencil. The helmet was manufactured in 1938 (the date “1938” appears on both metal fasteners of the lining strap) and was originally equipped with a 1939-production lining (marking: “J.C.S & W Lt | T ...
A swastika in the center of a white circle, characteristic of the NSDAP armband; it is multi-layered—that is, both the background and the individual parts of the swastika were sewn together from separate pieces of fabric.
Dimensions: 12 x 6.5 cm.
A German aerial dart (flechette) from World War I. These metal projectiles were dropped from airplanes or airships as anti-infantry weapons. The flechette is characterized by a pointed tip and a body with an “X”-shaped cross-section. Thanks to the significant kinetic energy they gained during their descent, they were capable of piercing helmets and soft protective gear. Dimensions: 10 cm. ...
A commemorative "one-day" publication of the 6th Reserve Officer Candidate Course of the 17th Infantry Division, published in Gniezno in July 1938. This publication documents the training of future reserve officers of the Polish Army in the period leading up to the outbreak of World War II. Softcover, 73 numbered pages. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Staatsforstdienst belt (Polish: State Forest Service of the Third Reich), issued on April 22, 1938; aluminum buckle and clasps, grain-side leather on the inside; the size "90" is marked in ink on the outside; complete, in perfect condition. Manufacturer: Assmann & Söhne, Lüdenscheid total length: 107 cm Reference: *Deutsche Koppelschlösser 1919–1945*, Lothar Bichlmaier, p. 180.
World War II/Germany: Trench Warfare: Desk Paperweight Made from a 3.7 cm PAK Shell / Third Reich
12 EUR
An example of German trench art from World War II: a paperweight made from a spent German 3.7 cm PAK anti-tank gun shell. Visible traces of the shell striking its target (glancing off), which makes this item exceptionally visually striking. The beautiful German oxidized finish is preserved, with complete markings visible on the shell’s body and WaA approval stamps. On the underside of the wo...
A pre-war knife. Polish Army (SAN). Fraget, 1920s. Good condition: minor damage, rusted blade. Length: 25 cm
Polish World War II cap badge. The badge features an eagle with outstretched wings perched on an Amazonian shield. The head is crowned with a closed crown. Cast, with a screw-on attachment. On the reverse, the original post with a screw and washer. Dimensions: 39 mm x 27 mm Overall condition as shown in the photos.
An original fastening cap for a Polish military badge from the Second Polish Republic era, made at the renowned J. Walenta engraving workshop in Kraków. Nuts of this type were used to attach regimental badges of the Polish Army, including those of the 8th Uhlan Regiment and the 20th Kraków Infantry Regiment. It is an authentic piece of pre-war military equipment and a valuable addition to an...
Polish standard-issue military canteen manufactured by Światowid Myszków in 1938. Model used by the Polish Army in September 1939. A nice piece. The quartermaster’s acceptance mark and serial number “59796” are still visible. Dimensions: 17.3 x 11.5 cm. The item’s condition is shown in the attached photos.
The item on display is a metal plaque depicting the image of Our Lady of Swarzewo, venerated as the Queen of the Polish Sea and the Protectress of Fishermen and Sailors. Cast in bronze or brass, it faithfully reproduces the iconography of the famously miraculous statue from the seaside sanctuary in Swarzewo, depicting Mary wearing a crown and holding a tall scepter, with the Infant Jesus holdi...
A unique cigarette case, a German war trophy from the September Campaign. An object of great symbolic significance. The cigarette case is a Polish interwar product, made of nickel-plated sheet metal and additionally coated with varnish in the Polish national colors. After it was captured by a German soldier, the map of Poland was symbolically crossed out, and the dates “1.IX–19.IX.39” we...
Second Polish Republic/People's Republic of Poland: The Eagle for Veterans of the Silesian Uprisings
24 EUR
A metal Silesian eagle without a crown, featuring stylized wings and a tail, modeled after the coat of arms of Lower Silesia. Used by veterans of the Silesian Uprisings. Attaches with a clasp. Dimensions: 29 mm x 27 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
An interesting souvenir made from a horseshoe, to which a stem shaped like a horse's leg has been added. The horseshoe is stamped with the inscription: “SZW. LENIN. KOP. DNIA. 3 XI. 1935 R.”, which stands for the Lenin Squadron of the Border Protection Corps. In the summer of 1936, the KOP “Lenin” Cavalry Squadron was transferred from Lenin to Bystrzyca and given a new name: “KOP Bys...
Ribbon for the Monte Cassino Cross. Fastens with a clasp. Dimensions: 11.5 cm x 3.1 cm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
A commemorative token from the 1938 St. Hubert Run, issued for the Cavalry Reserve Officer Cadet School. The token is shaped like a horseshoe with a rider on a horse inside and a pennant in the cavalry colors at the bottom. On the reverse, the inscription “HANCE ZDZICH” is engraved. Dimensions: 26 mm x 36 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
20th Century/Poland/Polish Helmet Model 31/Non-Military/Unrecorded Variant/Ludwików Steelworks/1939
579 EUR
Model 31 Helmet Polish Model 31 helmet. A legendary Polish design from the Second Polish Republic era. One of the most advanced and best helmets of World War II. The Model 31 helmet is the most advanced and successful Polish helmet design from the interwar period, and is currently the subject of widespread collector interest in Poland and on international markets. At the turn of the 1920s and ...
An original 17th-century cavalry helmet of the "Pappenheimer" type.This helmet was used, among others, by Polish hussar regiments. The steel cup is smooth, with six forged ribs converging at the top of the cup, where the characteristic eyelet for hanging the helmet is located. A visor is riveted to the cup, along with a nose guard and a 4-ribbed neck guard secured to the cup with 3 rivets. On ...
A memento from the September Campaign: a standard-issue Polish model 31 hand grenade box. Partially preserved original Polish paint. While in use on a farm during the postwar period, the internal compartments were removed; only the mounting points remain. Dimensions: 42 x 28 x 15 cm. The item’s condition is shown in the attached photos.
Model 31 Helmet Polish Model 31 helmet. A legendary Polish design from the Second Polish Republic era. One of the most advanced and best helmets of World War II. The Model 31 helmet is the most advanced and successful Polish helmet design from the interwar period, currently the subject of widespread collector interest in Poland and on international markets. At the turn of the 1920s and 1930s, ...
A famous Renaissance Szturmak-type helmet, also known as a Burgundian “burgonet” or “casquetto,” dating from the second half of the 16th century and likely made around 1560–80. The helmet originated in Italy and was widely used throughout Europe during the Renaissance, including in Poland, by infantry, cavalry, and the navy. In the early days of the famous Polish Hussars, Szturmak-ty...
A Russian seal stamp from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, used to imprint ink or wax seals. It features two intertwined medallions, the dominant one bearing the image of Tsar Nicholas II. Natural patina, oxides, and dirt make it difficult to read the inscription around the rim of the second (coat-of-arms) medallion. Dimensions: 5 x 3.1 cm. The condition of the item is shown in the att...
A badge of the Kalisz Fire Department from the interwar period, rarely found on the market. A vintage Polish eagle sold separately—matched to the item’s condition by the previous owner. The badge bears the inscription: “FABR.O.S.P. in KALISZ,” with the original cap; gilded brass body; steel cap. The item’s condition is shown in the attached photos. Dimensions: 8.8 cm x 10.9 cm.
A badge of the type worn by the commanders of the Galician Fire Department, as described in the regulations of 1905. Dimensions: 36.5 x 5 cm. The condition of the item is shown in the attached photos.
A captain's/captain-lieutenant's rank insignia, embroidered with Bajorkowa thread on a black background, designed to be sewn onto a beret. Dimensions: 60 mm x 26 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos. Wincenty Tomaszewski (born April 5, 1912, in Harbin; died January 21, 1985) – Second Lieutenant in the Polish Army, participant in the African and Italian campaigns. Before the war, he w...
An Ottoman box for ammunition or gunpowder, made of brass, dating from the 19th century. The box is richly decorated with repoussé work, featuring a central decorative motif with a stone. A typical example of military equipment from the Ottoman Empire. Dimensions: approx. 12 cm × 8 cm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
A helmet liner similar to the one worn by the Fire Department Commander (according to the Galician regulations of 1905). Dimensions: 35 x 3.5 cm. The condition of the item is shown in the attached photos.
Polish firefighter helmets from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. In the second half of the 19th century, Polish fire departments developed rapidly across all three partitions. The primary purpose of these organizations was, on the one hand, to fight fires; on the other, they served as vehicles for Polish civic and patriotic ideals. Most often formed by local Polish representatives and ...
Jugend hiking compass, marked on the bottom with the brand name, the manufacturer’s logo, and the designation "D.R.G.M.” on the underside, with a scale added on the side; one screw is missing; the base is made of Bakelite; a mirror is attached to the inside of the lid; non-functional. Manufacturer: C. Stockert & Sohn, Fürth
Commemorative Medal for the 500th Anniversary of the Image of Our Lady of Częstochowa, struck to mark the 500th anniversary of the placement of the Miraculous Image at Jasna Góra in 1882. The obverse features an image of Our Lady with the Child, surrounded by the inscription: “IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 500TH ANNIVERSARY IN 1882 OF THE PLACEMENT OF THE IMAGE OF OUR LADY OF CZĘSTOCHOWA AT JAS...
Model 31 Helmet Polish Model 31 helmet. A legendary Polish design from the Second Polish Republic era. One of the most advanced and best helmets of World War II. The Model 31 helmet is the most advanced and successful Polish helmet design from the interwar period, and is currently the subject of widespread collector interest in Poland and on international markets. At the turn of the 1920s and ...
Polish military bread bag, model 1925. Manufactured in Poland during the interwar period; Polish military stamps are visible on the inside of the flap. This model was used during the September Campaign of 1939. A nicely preserved piece of a rare variant of the Polish military bread bag. Dimensions: 28 x 32 cm. The item’s condition is shown in the attached photos.
A 19th-century Belgian seal stamp from the Masson Municipal Office. The original wooden seal mount is preserved. Visible signs of severe wear, including a blurred coat of arms and distorted letters. Visible inscription: "ADMINISTR[ATIA] COMMUNALE DE MUSSON". Dimensions: seal diameter: 3.6; total height: 11.5 cm. The condition of the item is shown in the attached photos.
A set of pre-war uniform buttons from the Polish State Railways (P.K.P.) dating from the Second Polish Republic. The obverse features the national eagle in an open crown; below it is a winged wheel—the symbol of railroad workers—while above it appears the abbreviation “P.K.P.” This design was introduced following the change of the national emblem in 1928 and was used on the uniforms of...
Jerzy Włodzimierz Stawski, alias “Lubicz,” was born on January 1, 1927, in Łódź. After the outbreak of World War II, he was active in the Scouts’ War Emergency Service and later in the Gray Ranks. He conducted intelligence operations, distributed underground publications, and underwent military training. In February 1943, he was sworn in as a soldier of the Home Army. Together with h...
A commemorative challenge cup funded by the Commander of Military Unit 3115 in Wrocław, awarded on January 21, 1960, for winning first place in the Overall Standings of the Sports Clubs Championship. The trophy is associated with the activities of the 3rd Corps of National Air Defense, whose headquarters were located in Wrocław on Obornicka Street. In 1962, the formation was renamed the 3rd ...
A British RAF aviation specialty patch, known as the “half-wing brevet,” intended for a bomb aimer (Bomb Aimer / Air Bomber). In the center is the letter “B,” denoting the specialization, surrounded by a wreath from which a single embroidered wing extends. The entire design is embroidered on a dark cloth background. The patch was worn on the uniform by members of bomber crews who were ...
Polish cap badge, Model 1919. Die-stamped from “bleached” zinc sheet metal. The original post and period brass cap are preserved. Shows natural signs of wear and a home-grown patina. Dimensions: 6 x 4.2 cm. The item’s condition is shown in the attached photos.
These six table knives from the Polish People’s Republic’s consular tableware set are unique examples of Polish functional design, crafted by the renowned Gerlach company on special commission for the Polish Foreign Service. Each knife features a silver-plated handle with a precisely engraved national emblem—an eagle without a crown—which clearly indicates their official, diplomatic pu...
Military boots in the "officer" style from the interwar period. The boots are made of black leather. The sole has been replaced with a rubber one. Inside, there is the camp number "Ia 1771" from Stalag I A Stablack (the camp in Kamińsk, the camp in Stabławki). Stalag IA Stablack was the largest German prisoner-of-war camp in East Prussia, operating from 1939 to 1945. It was intended for non-...
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A commemorative silver gorget, made in Jerusalem for the soldiers of the 2nd Polish Corps, combining patriotic and religious motifs. On the obverse, within a shield bordered by ears of grain, a silver cross with a crowned military eagle is centered, and above it is an image of the Virgin Mary with the Child, surmounted by the inscription “FROM THE HOLY LAND TO POLAND.” The lower edge is ad...
Polish firefighter helmets from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. In the second half of the 19th century, Polish fire departments developed rapidly across all three partitions. The primary purpose of these organizations was, on the one hand, to fight fires; on the other hand, they served as vehicles for Polish civic and patriotic ideals. Most often formed by local Polish representatives...
On the front of the helmet is a stenciled Polish crowned eagle. The interior features the original factory label: “7 1/8| Helmets Ltd| Wheathampstead |1942”. On the leather sweatband, a handwritten signature by a Polish soldier reads: “KOSTYŁA.” British helmets with their original wartime Polish paint schemes intact are extremely rare on the collectors’ market. Dimensions: 10.7 x 26...
A badge in the shape of an eagle with outstretched wings perched on an Amazonian shield. The eagle’s head is crowned with a closed crown. It is mounted on a cap; traces of silver plating remain, and the cap is marked “F.M. Lorioli Miliano-Roma.” An eagle of this type is described in Tomasz Zawistowski’s book *Eagles for Caps in the 2nd Polish Corps*, page 247, illustration 450. Dimensi...
A large, round, convex cap for an eagle cap, known as a protective bump. These bumps are designed to protect the wearer from the cap’s peak when wearing the eagle cap. The outer surface of the protective bump features an embossed striped pattern. Diameter: 30 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Polish Steel Combat Helmet Model 67 The wz.67 helmet—a major return to the concept of the wz. 31 helmet. In the mid-1960s, many Polish engineers with military backgrounds recognized the need to create a new helmet design for the Polish Army, one that would, on the one hand, meet the demands of the battlefield at that time and, on the other, successfully replace the SHB Model 50, which was in...
A French-made cork helmet issued to Polish units in 1940. The helmet shell is cracked at the top (with broken fragments still intact); the exterior is covered with sand-colored fabric, and the interior with green fabric. Inside the helmet, three French military stamps with the date of manufacture, “4-39,” are preserved. Two signatures by users are preserved on the inside of the visor. The ...
A standard French Model 1926 helmet intended for Polish Army units in France (1940). The helmet shell was factory-painted khaki; as part of modifications for Polish units, the French insignia was removed from the front of the shell and replaced with a Polish military eagle painted in gray using a stencil. The original factory-fitted interior, including the lining, is preserved. Model 1926 helm...
Polish Steel Combat Helmet Model 67 The wz.67 helmet—a major return to the concept of the wz. 31 helmet. In the mid-1960s, many Polish engineers with military backgrounds recognized the need to create a new helmet design for the Polish Army, one that would, on the one hand, meet the demands of the battlefield at that time and, on the other, successfully replace the SHB wz.50, which was inspi...
A propaganda pin from World War II commemorating the signing of the Tripartite Pact between Germany, Italy, and Japan, which formed the so-called Rome–Berlin–Tokyo Axis. It depicts the flags of the three signatory nations—the Kingdom of Italy, the Third Reich, and the Empire of Japan—arranged vertically. Dimensions: Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Model 31 Helmet Polish Model 31 helmet. A legendary Polish design from the Second Polish Republic era. One of the most advanced and best helmets of World War II. The Model 31 helmet is the most advanced and successful Polish helmet design from the interwar period, and is currently the subject of widespread collector interest in Poland and on international markets. At the turn of the 1920s and ...
Dark red ribbon for the Army Medal with white stripes, with a clasp. Dimensions: 10 cm x 3.5 cm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Model 31 Helmet Polish Model 31 helmet. A legendary Polish design from the Second Polish Republic era. One of the most advanced and best helmets of World War II. The Model 31 helmet is the most advanced and successful Polish helmet design from the interwar period, and is currently the subject of widespread collector interest in Poland and on international markets. At the turn of the 1920s and ...
WWII/Poland/Second Polish Republic: Set: 2 Polish Military Canteens + Mess Kit / September 1939
72 EUR
A collection of attic finds acquired together. The set includes the bottom part of a Polish mess tin and two Polish aluminum canteens dating from before 1939. One of them is a rare variant: factory-made without knurling on the cap and marked only with a patent number on the top. The other canteen is marked “FWAB 1939.” Dimensions: mess kit: 12.7 x 15.7 cm, canteens: 17.3 x 11.5 cm The cond...
An example of a trench artifact from World War I: a brass, turned lighter shaped like a large-caliber artillery shell. No spark-ignition mechanism. The piece was originally mounted on a brass cartouche, intended for wall mounting. Natural, dark patina. Dimensions: 12.3 x 6.4 cm. The condition of the item is shown in the attached photos.
Model 31 Helmet Polish Model 31 helmet. A legendary Polish design from the Second Polish Republic era. One of the most advanced and best helmets of World War II. The Model 31 helmet is the most advanced and successful Polish helmet design from the interwar period, currently the subject of widespread collector interest in Poland and on international markets. At the turn of the 1920s and 1930s, ...
Polish military cap, made for the Polish Army (WP) in the early postwar years. Sewn from dark green combed wool; the sweatband is made of light brown natural leather. On the front, there is a trace of a Polish eagle that was once sewn on. Dimensions: 27.5 cm x 12.5 cm. The condition of the item is shown in the attached photos.
A brass pommel with a loop for a Polish infantry officer's saber, model 1921. Natural, delicate patina. Dimensions: 13.5 cm x 10.8 cm. The condition of the item is shown in the attached photos.
Model 31 Helmet Polish Model 31 helmet. A legendary Polish design from the Second Polish Republic era. One of the most advanced and best helmets of World War II. The Model 31 helmet is the most advanced and successful Polish helmet design from the interwar period, currently the subject of widespread collector interest in Poland and on international markets. At the turn of the 1920s and 1930s, ...