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Commemorative Medal for the Polish-Bolshevik War of 1918–1920. The obverse features the Polish Eagle (model 1927) with the Virtuti Militari Order around its neck. The reverse bears the inscription “Polska Swemu Obrońcy” (Poland to Its Defender) set within a laurel wreath. The edge is smooth, marked with “BRONZE” and the triangular manufacturer’s mark AB&Cie;—Artur Bertrand &...
A cross-shaped award with sunbeams between the arms. In the center, the initials “RP” (Republic of Poland) are inscribed on a medallion. Mounted on a pin and hallmarked with the silver fineness. Dimensions: 16 mm x 16 mm. Weight with ribbon: 2.5 g. Overall condition as shown in the photos. The items come from the collection of memorabilia belonging to the Pająk and Picheta families. These...
The item is a commemorative badge of the Association of War Disabled of the Republic of Poland. The badge depicts a silver eagle on a red background, surrounded by a wreath and an inscription. It is the oldest Polish veterans’ organization, founded in 1919. Diameter: 30 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos. The items come from the collections of the Pająk and Pichet families. The me...
Commemorative badge of the Federation of Polish Associations of Defenders of the Fatherland. The badge consists of two parts, made of brass or tombac, silver-plated and enameled in white, red, and blue. The central element is a white swastika. Dimensions: 40 mm x 40 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos. The items come from the collections of the Pająk and Picheta families. The memorab...
The badge features a stylized cross with flaring arms ending in finials, set within a circular laurel wreath. In the center of the badge is a crowned eagle with outstretched wings, holding swords in its talons; on its breast is a small shield covered with red enamel, bearing a knight’s cross. On the brass arms of the cross forming the background, the names of the rivers that served as the th...
A decoration in the form of a gold cross with enamel applied to the arms; a crowned eagle is visible in the center; the inscription “To the Fighters for Independence” is placed on the arms of the cross; the reverse is gilded; original ribbon. Dimensions: 39 mm x 44 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos. The items come from the collection of memorabilia belonging to the Pająk and Pi...
A badge in the shape of a Maltese cross with sunbeams visible between its arms. On the arms of the cross, which is covered with white enamel, is the abbreviation of the Association’s name, the letters “ZIW RP,” and in the center is the national eagle wearing a crown. It is mounted on a cap, which is marked “W. STOMÓW/WARSZAWA.” Dimensions: 20 mm. Overall condition as shown in the ph...
The Order of Polonia Restituta, Second Class, consists of a cross suspended from a red ribbon 45 mm wide with white stripes. The insignia of the order also includes a silver-plated star composed of eight clusters of rays. In its center is a white-enameled shield bearing a gilded “RP” monogram, surrounded by a sapphire ring inscribed with “POLONIA RESTITUTA.” Dimensions of the cross: 60...
The Order of the White Eagle consists of an order cross and an order star. The cross is in the shape of a Maltese cross measuring 70 × 70 mm, covered with red enamel and bordered in white. In its center is a white eagle, and gilded rays are placed between the arms. On the reverse side is the inscription “For the Fatherland and the Nation” and the monogram “RP” surrounded by a wreath o...
An original, rare World War II-era badge made in the United Kingdom—the Free Czech Victory badge. Gold-plated brass, enameled in red, white, and blue, featuring the letter “V” for Victory and a laurel branch. The inscription “CZECHOSLOVAKIA”; on the reverse, the embossed text “1941 Issued By The Czechoslovak Army.” Height: 21 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
PolandRepublic of Poland in Exile A cross in the shape of the Cross of St. Benedict, with a rectangular shield in the center bearing the inscription MONTE / CASSINO / MAJ / 1944; the number 24627 is stamped on the reverse side; a one-piece cross, mounted on a ribbon bronze, 40.9 x 40.7 mm, 13.88 g (with ribbon, without mount), patina; additionally features a Monte Cassino mount (originally fro...
Poland, Medal Commemorating the Tenth Anniversary of the Restoration of Independence, 1928, Warsaw
I/I-
14 EUR
Poland20th century – Second Polish Republic (1918–1939) Head of Józef Piłsudski facing left, with the mark “J.AVMILLER” on the left, on the reverse, a plowman with a plow removing thistles; below, “1918•1928”; at the bottom, the mint mark; a single-piece medal, mounted on a ribbon bronze, 35.1 mm, 19.06 g (without ribbon)
A one-piece badge. The badge depicts an eagle with the initials “JP” on its breast and the inscription: POLSKA NA SZLAKU JÓZEFA PIŁSUDSKIEGO XXV. The reverse is plain. Pin and cap marked “Michrowski Warszawa” Dimensions: 22 mm x 27 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos. The items come from the collection of memorabilia belonging to the Pająk and Picheta families. These memora...
This is a badge of the Association of War Disabled of the Republic of Poland. The obverse features the Roman numerals XX and the inscription “ZW.INW.WOJ.R.P. 1919–1939,” marking the organization’s 20th anniversary. The badge is made using the enamel technique, with distinctive red and white elements. Dimensions: 20 mm x 10 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos. The items come fr...
Miniature of the badge of the 10th Dragoon Regiment, part of the 1st Armored Division. Screw-on mount. Dimensions: 15 mm x 10 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
GermanySilesia Three heads facing left: WILHELM I, FRIEDRICH III, and WILHELM II; on the reverse: DES / KRIEGER- / VEREINS / BEUTHEN / o/SCHL., ZUR ERINNERUNG AN DAS 25. STIFTUNGSFEST aluminum, 33.5 mm, 4.01 g
A white-and-red pennant on a chain bearing the letters “AK.” Worn primarily by women who, after their liberation from German captivity, served in the Polish Armed Forces in the West. Seen, among other places, in the famous photograph of Karolina Lanckorońska from her time serving in the 2nd Polish Corps. A photograph of a boy with a similar pennant appears in Tomasz Zawistowski’s book *...
Commemorative badge of the Maritime and Colonial League, “Journey Through Poland to the Sea, 1933.”Design: Depicts a sailing ship on the waves with a lighthouse in the background. Includes the text “THE POLISH SEA DEMANDS” and “REMEMBER IT.” Dimensions: Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Poland20th Century – Postwar Poland and the Polish People’s Republic (1945–1989) A Greek cross featuring the Piast eagle; on the reverse, the inscription LENINO / 12•X• / 1943; a single-piece medal attached to a ribbon silver-plated and oxidized tombac, 42.7 x 47.8 mm, 20.50 g (without ribbon)
Poland20th Century – Postwar Poland and the Polish People’s Republic (1945–1989) A simple cross featuring an enameled triangle with the letter P against a background of barbed wire; on the reverse side: PRL / PRISONERS / HITLER’S / CONCENTRATION CAMPS; a single-piece decoration attached to a ribbon silver-plated and oxidized metal, 42.2 x 47.6 mm, 23.42 g (with ribbon)
Poland20th Century—Postwar Poland and the Polish People’s Republic (1945–1989) A Greek cross, in the center of which is a white-and-red band bearing the letters “PW,” with the numbers I–VIII on the sides - 1944; on the reverse, a wreath through which runs the inscription “TO THE WARSAW INSURGENTS”; a one-piece cross mounted on a ribbon silver-plated tombac, 43.2 x 48.6 mm, 17.5...
Poland20th century – Second Polish Republic (1918–1939) An eagle bearing the Cross of the Virtuti Militari War Order on its chest, with “1918–1921” on the sides; on the reverse, within a wreath, “POLSKA / SWEMV / DEFENDERS, with the mint mark below; a single-piece medal attached to a ribbon, manufactured by the State Mint; ribbon from the Cross of Merit , 35.2 mm, 18.38 g (without ...
PolandSecond Polish Republic (1918–1939) A dancing couple, with “KT” above and a laurel branch below; on the reverse side, engraved with “II Nagr. za tango / Zakopane 18.II.28”; two-part badge white metal, enamel, 31.1 x 46.0 mm, 11.71 g
Polish People's Republic Pennant/Commemorative Badge of the 1st Warsaw Cavalry Division - Cavalry
23 EUR
Commemorative badge of the 1st Warsaw Cavalry Division (1 WDK) in the form of a cavalry pennant. Its background is divided vertically into two fields in blue and red. In the upper part is the inscription “1 WDK 1944–47,” referring to the division’s period of existence. In the center is a stylized Grunwald Cross. It is mounted on a screw cap, which is marked “S.T. LENDZIOSZEK PRAC GRA...
Commemorative stamp: National Loan, 1933. Dimensions: 20 mm x 24 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos. These items come from the collections of the Pająk and Picheta families. These memorabilia belonged to Antoni Pająk, Prime Minister of the Polish Government-in-Exile; his daughter Czesława Pająk, who served with the YMCA attached to the Polish Army in the East; her husband Zdzisł...
Germany Obverse: WILHELM II DEUTSCHER KAISER KÖNIG V. PREUSSEN; reverse: Iron Cross within a wreath, ZUR ERINNERUNG AN DIE KAISER PARADE UND DIE MANÖVER 1890 aluminum, 39.3 mm, 5.92 g
PolandRepublic of Poland in Exile Obverse: In the field, 1944; in the outer ring, CASSINO ROMA ANCONA; Reverse: St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, in the section BASILICA DI S. PIETRO white metal, 24.9 mm, 10.12 g, designed to be mounted on a ribbon, no ribbon, chain
United KingdomGeorge VI (1936–1952) Head of George VI facing left, GEORGIVS VI D: - G: BR: OMN: REX ET INDIAE IMP:; on the reverse, a lion defeating a dragon, with 1939 / 1945, on the left the mark E.CR.P., a single-piece decoration mounted on a ribbon; the ribbon is from the Defense Medal nickel-bronze, 36.1 mm, 31.81 g (without ribbon), worn
GermanyWilhelm II (1888–1918) Two busts facing left, • AUGUSTE • VICTORIA • WILHELM • II •; on the reverse, engraved with Kӧniggschiessen / Kriegsjahr / 1915 silver with partially preserved gilding, 39.6 mm, 20.30 g, connecting ring removed
AustriaCharles I (1916–1918) A cross with a wreath in the corners; two crowns on the cross; below, C / VITAM ET SANGVINEM / MDCCCCXVI; on the reverse, GRATI / PRINCEPS ET PATRIA / CAROLVS / IMP. ET REX; a single-piece medal, designed to be mounted on a ribbon; ribbon missing zinc, 29.6 x 32.5 mm, 9.98 g
A patriotic badge featuring a profile of Józef Piłsudski; the Marshal’s likeness is surrounded by a black enamel circle. This one-piece badge was made between 1935 and 1939, after the Marshal’s death. The reverse is plain. Mounted on a post; no cap. Probably made by Jan Knedler’s workshop in Warsaw. Diameter: 20 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos. The items come from the coll...
A commemorative badge marking the 11th Congress of Delegates of the Association of War Disabled of the Republic of Poland, which took place in Warsaw on November 9–11, 1935. Dimensions: 15 mm x 10 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos. The items come from the collection of memorabilia belonging to the Pająk and Picheta families. The memorabilia belonged to Antoni Pająk, Prime Minist...
A patriotic badge featuring an image of Józef Piłsudski, made in one piece. The reverse side is smooth. Attached to a pin. Diameter: 20 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Second Polish Republic: Independence Cross Miniature - The Picheta and Pająk Family Collection
7 EUR
The Cross of Independence, designed by Wiktor Gontarczyk. The decoration takes the form of a gold cross with enamel applied to the arms; a crowned eagle is visible in the center, and the inscription “To the Fighters for Independence” is placed on the arms of the cross; the reverse is gilded; original ribbon. Dimensions: 16 mm x 16 mm Overall condition as shown in the photos.
The commemorative badge of the “Radosław” Group was shaped like a round shield with a semicircular frame at the bottom. It was made of blue enamel. The upper part bore the inscription “STARE MIASTO,” and the lower part “WOLA–CZERNIAKÓW,” referring to the main areas where the group fought. Green laurel leaves were placed on either side. In the center of the badge was the Virtuti...
A decoration in the shape of a Maltese cross; the obverse features the eagle of the Polish Armed Forces, and the reverse bears the inscription “Polish Armed Forces in the West.” The cross is worn on a ribbon with vertical stripes of white, amaranth, blue, black, and green. The cross was designed by Edward Gorol and minted at the State Mint. It was awarded to soldiers of the Polish Armed Fo...
Third Republic of Poland (since 1989) A cross, with a shield in the center bearing a crowned eagle; the letters “NSZ” on the upper edge of the shield; “Szczerbiec” on the vertical arms; “1939–1945” on the horizontal arms; on the reverse side, a shield bearing the inscription “NAR- / DOWY / CZYN / ZBROJ- / NY, on the arms: ZJ – NOW – NZW; a single-piece decoration, mounted o...
Poland20th century – Second Polish Republic in exile An eagle standing on a cleaver; on the reverse, two oak leaves with the inscription “POLSKA / SWEMU / OBROŃCY” between them; a one-piece medal attached to a ribbon bronze, 34.6 mm, 14.89 g (without ribbon)
This is a commemorative badge from the General National Exhibition held in Poznań in 1929. The badge is diamond-shaped and decorated with red and white enamel. It depicts an eagle holding the number X (ten) in its talons, which refers to the 10th anniversary of Poland’s independence. Dimensions: 23 mm x 23 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
A round brass badge attached to a pin. The center features a stylized eagle and the capital letters “AK,” symbolizing the Home Army. Below are three shields bearing the emblems of underground units: the Warsaw Military District (WOW), the Home Army’s “Garłuch” Regiment, and the “Kampinos” Group. Attached to a pin. Diameter: 25 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Italy Coat of arms of Italy, AL VALORE CIVILE; on the reverse, a wreath bearing the inscription ALLA / MEMORIA DI / BRUGNERA / LUIGI / TOLMEZZO / UDINE / 31 OTTOBRE 1937 / XVI, single-piece medal, designed to be mounted on a ribbon; ribbon missing silver, 33.4 mm, 19.11 g
Commemorative badge of the “Parasol” Battalion, which originated from the “Agat” and “Pegaz” units and subsequently operated as a Special Missions Battalion of the Kedyw unit of the Home Army’s High Command. The unit’s commander was Captain, and later Lieutenant Colonel, Adam Borys, alias “Pług.” The badge depicts an umbrella superimposed on a shield mounted on the ribbon ...
Commemorative badge marking the construction of Marshal Józef Piłsudski’s Mound in Sowińcu, Kraków. This badge was issued in 1935 to commemorate the completion of the mound’s construction. It depicts a woman with a wheelbarrow, and the shield bears an inscription referring to the construction of the mound. Dimensions: 16 mm x 21 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos. The items c...
French Decorations Bar: Army Medal, 1939 War Cross, Volunteer Military Service Cross, Order of Liberation, Volunteer Resistance Fighter Cross. Dimensions: 20 cm x 10 cm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
USSR DECORATIONS AND KNIGHTLY ORDERS DURING WORLD WAR II - RUSSIA. The Russian decorations presented here have been carefully described, and we remain available for any clarifications, enlarged images, or additional information. However, given the inherent issues with this type of decoration, please be advised that once a lot has been sold, no claims will be considered, including those regardi...
GermanyHesse A wreath enclosing the crowned letter L, with "GESTIFTET AM / 14. JUNE 1840; on the reverse, a wreath enclosing the inscription FÜR / TREUEN DIENST / IM / KRIEGE; a single-piece medal attached to a ribbon; ribbon missing bronze (silver-plated?), 31.4 mm, 18.52 g
PolandSecond Polish Republic (1918–1939) A cross, with a wreath in the medallion featuring a skull above crossed swords and a torch; a one-piece badge attached to a ribbon white metal, enamel, 37.5 x 41.4 mm, 7.59 g (without ribbon)
Italy Rome seated on a lion, with the Roman Forum in the background, from the L. GIORGI series / 1907; on the reverse, a wreath bearing the inscription AL MERITO / DI / SERVIZIO; on the sides of the wreath, the word ROMA is stamped; a one-piece medal, designed to be attached to a ribbon; ribbon missing silver, 36.3 mm, 22.51 g, worn
A badge in the shape of a Maltese cross with sunbeams visible between its arms. On the arms of the cross, which is covered with white enamel, are the initials of the Association’s name, the letters “ZIW RP,” and in the center, the national eagle wearing a crown. It is mounted on a cap, which is marked “J. CHYLIŃSKI WARSZAWA.” Dimensions: 20 mm. Overall condition as shown in the phot...
PolandSecond Polish Republic (1918–1939) Knight’s Cross with the letters L - P / 1914–1918, a medallion within a wreath, with “JP” inside the medallion, a one-piece badge mounted on a post, the cap signed J. MICHROWSKI / ENGRAVER / WARSAW / NOWY ŚWIAT 15 white metal, 41.2 x 41.3 mm, 19.83 g (without cap)
AustriaFranz Joseph (1848–1916) Knight’s Cross, in a medallion dated 1912 / 1913, single-piece decoration, mounted on a ribbon, ribbon missing brass, 36.8 x 38.8 mm, 9.82 g
The pre-war badge of the Warsaw Municipal Power Plant, designed by S. Reising, takes on special significance in the context of the Home Army due to the role the Warsaw Power Plant played during the Warsaw Uprising. The facility was manned by the WSOP “N-9215” Public Utilities Group, subordinate to the Home Army and commanded by Captain Stanisław Skibniewski, alias “Nelson” and “Cubr...
Czechoslovakia, "4th Cavalry Regiment Equestrian Competition" badge, Klatovy 1932, unmounted
1/-
14 EUR
"4th Cavalry Regiment Horse Races" badge, Klatovy 1932; the silhouette of the city is positioned directly beneath a horseshoe; bronze; stamped sheet metal; 49x60 mm
Poland20th century – Second Polish Republic (1918–1939) Silesian Eagle, SILESIA • ANCIENT LAND • POLAND; on the reverse, a wreath bearing the inscription “FOREVER / WITH US / 1938”; a single-piece medal attached to a ribbon silver-plated bronze, 35.7 mm, 20.87 g (without ribbon)
USSR. Gold Star Decoration of the Order of Bogdan I - With Hero Certificate - AU (56.37 g - Ø 55 mm) Type 1, 1st Class - R5 - with its original Hero Certificate. From Hirsch Auction 189, February 9, 1996, Lot No. 3389 - Gold Star of the Order of Glory, 1st Class (3735) - AU (total weight 40.52 g - Ø 46 mm). Very rare; includes copper suspension loop and attached ribbon. From Hirsch Auction 1...
The “Warsaw Uprising” commemorative badge measured 22 × 42 mm. Its design depicted two dragons attacking a mermaid placed at the center of the composition. The shield bore the Virtuti Militari Cross, and below it, on the ribbon, was the inscription “POWSTANIE.” Below that was the inscription “AK 1944,” arranged in two lines between the dragons’ tails. The badge was designed and ...
Dimensions: 5.5 cm x 3.7 cm Material: brass A Polish patriotic pin with the inscription “DLA CIEBIE POLSKO” (“FOR YOU, POLAND”), made of patinated metal. The pin has a decorative, shield-like shape with a border in the form of the Polish eagle, an openwork top, and a central bust in relief. A symbolic representation of a nobleman—a figure wearing historic-style headgear and Old Polis...
A one-piece badge made of tombac, attached with a screw cap. The badge is shaped like a shield; the upper part features the Warsaw mermaid, the symbol of the 2nd Polish Corps, while the lower part bears the 8th Army identification badge, surrounded by the inscription “2 Korpus Polski” (2nd Polish Corps), with a laurel branch above the inscription. The reverse is smooth with an embossed num...
USSR. Pair of AU 2 Gold Stars of Labor Decorations from World War II - Very, Very Rare - AU (total weight 70.32 g - Ø 28 mm) One with: No. 9653 (1944?) corresponding to the Hero’s certificate; One with: II 29 - Both Stars are accompanied by their Hero’s certificate of the Order of Nevsky. From Hirsch Auction 191, September 27, 1996, Lot No. 4334 - Pair of "Gold Star of Labor" decorations ...
USSR. Gold Star Decoration of the Order of Bogdan I - AU (41.52 g - Ø 54.5 mm) Type 1, 2nd Class - R3. From Hirsch Auction 189, February 9, 1996, Lot No. 3389 - Gold Star of the Order of Bogdan I - AU (41.52 g - Ø 54.5 mm), 2nd Class, 1st Type - R3. Ex-Hirsch Auction 189 (February 9, 1996), Lot No. 3389. The Russian decorations presented here have been described with great care, and we remai...
The Warsaw Uprising Cross, along with its certificate. The Warsaw Uprising Cross takes the form of a silver-plated and oxidized equal-armed cross. On its obverse is a white-and-red band featuring the symbol of Fighting Poland (“The Anchor”) and the date “August 1, 1944.” The reverse bears the inscription “To the Warsaw Insurgents” and a laurel wreath. The decoration is suspended fr...
Prague - Prague Riding Club, Jan. 22, 1928, bronze plaque, 21x31 mm pin
Dimensions: 5.5 x 3.7 cm Material: brass A Polish patriotic pin with the inscription “FOR YOU, POLAND,” made of patinated metal. The pin has a decorative, shield-like shape with a border in the shape of the Polish eagle, an openwork top, and a central bust in relief. A symbolic figure of a Krakowiak—a person wearing characteristic headwear and folk costume—representing the people of Kr...
Brün (Brno) – 1885, No. 1071 / standing dog on the left, brass, 35x30.5 mm, original hole