Badges auctions

PolandSecond Polish Republic (1918-1939) Legitimation card no. 1704 issued on 18.V.1939 in the name of Wójcik Stanisław torn, paper faded and soiled, rusty paper clip mark
The decoration in the form of a Maltese cross, measuring 42 mm x 42 mm, on the obverse of the cross an eagle of the Polish Armed Forces, on the reverse an inscription (Polish Armed Forces in the West). The cross is worn on a ribbon with vertical stripes of white and amaranth, and blue, black and green. Cross complete with ID card, the cross was awarded posthumously. The ribbon shows 3 fittings...
Spangles of decorations after a soldier of the 1st Armored Division. On the spangles hung the following decorations: Gold Cross of Merit (Rare Italian version probably made by F.M Lorioli Fratelli, with swords removed)., Silver Cross of Merit, (Spink & Son London) Army Medal, Star for the 1939-1945 War, Defense Medal, 1939-1945 War Medal. Attached to the spangles are the Star of Germany an...
The decoration in the form of a cross, on the obverse in the center the inscription "Monte Cassino May 1944", on the reverse stamped number 41141. The cross together with the original ribbon. The Cross was awarded to PFC Jozef Nejman, who served in the 11th Communications Battalion while during the Battle of Monte Cassino he was assigned to the Communications Platoon of the Corps Artillery Gro...
Polish Cross of Valor awarded for bravery on the battlefield. Award in the shape of a cross, in the center a Polish eagle with outspread wings. On the shoulders the inscription "On the Field of Glory 1944".Reverse with a sword and laurel wreath with the inscription "To the Brave". Original ribbon of the period hung on a knocker like Soviet medals which may indicate the awarding to a Russian. L...
Miniature of the gold cross Virtuti Militari IV Class, made by Spink & Son of London, in the shape of a four-armed cross, each of the four arms on the corners ending in balls, on the obverse of the arms horizontally the inscription VIRT - TUTI, vertically MILI - TARI, the inscriptions covered with black enamel, in the middle a round gold shield in which was inscribed a white eagle with a c...
The decoration is in the form of a stylized cross, a laurel wreath is visible around the edge, an inscription "TOBRUK SIEGE 1941" in the center, the reverse is plain. Made most likely by Mieczyslaw Bialkiewicz factory. Dimensions: 46 mm x 38 mm. Overall condition visible in photos.
Rare badge of the Polish Red Cross in Jerusalem. Badge in rectangular form with an eagle with a cross on its chest lacquered in red. Under the talons of the eagle you can see the inscription "JEROZOLIMA 1941" pin mount. Dimensions: 17mm x 14mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
The Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42 medal is round in shape, with a clear edge on the perimeter. The obverse is slightly concave, while the reverse is convex. On either side is an image of a Wehrmacht helmet and a shank grenade. The obverse shows a Wehrmacht eagle holding a swastika, behind which is a laurel branch. The reverse contains the inscription "WINTERSCHLACHT IM OSTEN 1941/1942" and t...
Round brass cap made in the studio of Victor Gontarczyk, signed on the obverse, often sought after cap for regimental badges, etc. Diameter: 23.5 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Badge in the form of a cross, in the center a laurel crown with the Warsaw mermaid, symbol of the 2nd Polish Corps. Below is the shield of the 8th British Army. The badge was designed by Jozef Czwodron and Antoni Tass. Reverse plain with post and cap signed (F.M Lorioli, Milano-Roma). The badge comes with the original cloth backing. The badge was given to PFC Joseph Nejman, who served in the 1...
Badge in the form of a star with a superimposed cross with arms covered with blue enamel. In the central part there is an outline of a shooting badge with a centrally placed shooting shield with crossed rifles surrounded by a laurel wreath. At the top of the shield a horned cap referring to the national uprisings. On the reverse engraved "I Marszałek Br. Strz. Zory" signed ST.ZYGMANIAK, signe...
Miniature silver cross Virtuti Militari Fifth Class made by Spink & Son of London, in the shape of a four-armed cross, each of the four arms on the corners ending in balls, on the obverse of the arms horizontally the inscription VIRT - TUTI, vertically MILI - TARI, inscriptions covered with black enamel, in the middle a round gold shield in which was inscribed a white eagle with a crown an...
A set of decorations belonging to Sergeant Stanisław Merwart. The most interesting item in the set is a duplicate of the Virtuti Militari Cross with the number 1593, made by Kazimierz Gajewski. According to his grandson, Stanisław Merwart was awarded the Virtuti Militari Cross for blowing up a Maxim machine gun bunker during the Polish-Soviet War. In Zdzisław Wesołowski's 1992 book "The Or...
Ribbon for Army Medal in dark red with white stripes, with hook. Dimensions: 10cm x 3,5cm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Poland20th century - post-war Poland and the People's Republic of Poland (1945-1989) Ten-ray star with a wreath inside, Aesculapius' staff at the wreath's tie, in the wreath an eagle surrounded by the inscription MERIT FOR THE NATION'S HEALTH, three-piece medal, attached with a tag gold-plated and silver-plated tombak, enamel, 41.0 x 48.4 mm, 32.63 g, approx. 1,650 pieces awarded
World War 1 German patriotic pendant with an image of the Iron Cross and the dates 1914-1915. Diameter: 1.5cm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Poland20th century - post-war Poland and the People's Republic of Poland (1945-1989) Ten-ray star, in it a wreath, on the wreath's tie an open book, in the wreath an eagle surrounded by the inscription ZŁUŻŻONY NAUCZYCIEL - PRL -, three-part decoration, attached with a tag gold-plated and silver-plated tombak, enamel, 40.5 x 47.0 mm, 31.96 g, 4,230 pieces awarded by 1987
Company cap signed **S. LIPCZYŃSKI / ENGRAVER / WARSAW / 149 MARSZAŁKOWSKA**. Equipped with two characteristic ears for easy screwing on. Diameter: 20mm. Overall condition as in the photos.

USSR, Order of the Red Banner

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48 EUR
Number 536472 on the reverse. Original shield with ribbon. Silver, dimensions 46 x 36 mm
Poland20th century - post-war Poland and the People's Republic of Poland (1945-1989) Ten-ray star, in it a wreath, on the wreath's tie a winged circle, in the wreath an eagle surrounded by the inscription MERITABLE RAILWAY UNDERTAKING - PRL -, three-piece decoration, mounted on a tag gold-plated and silver-plated tombak, enamel, 40.6 x 47.8 mm, 31.46 g, issued about 1,000 pieces
Cross-shaped decoration with arms covered with red enamel, sun rays between the arms. In the center initials medallion "RP". Dimensions : 41 mm x 41 mm Overall condition as seen in the photos.
Spangles of miniature decorations after a soldier of the 1st Armored Division. On the spangles hung the following decorations: Gold Cross of Merit, Silver Cross of Merit, Army Medal, Star for the 1939-1945 War, Defense Medal, 1939-1945 War Medal. The decorations belonged to Vladimir Wolanski. Dimensions: 103mm x 58mm. Overall condition as shown in photos.
The badge in the form of an eagle with outspread wings sitting on an Amazon shield. The head is topped with a closed crown. Measures 40 mm x 26 mm. Condition as shown in the photos.

PRL, Cross of Valor

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24 EUR
Cross of Valor produced by the State Mint from 1980-1989. Original ribbon fastened with a hook. Dimensions 44 x 44 mm
Badge in the form of a stylized crowned eagle surrounded by oak leaves. Under the talons the inscription "Royal Polish Courts" is visible. A badge belonging to the Royal-Polish Courts, established after the promulgation of the Act of November 5, 1916, which announced the creation of the Kingdom of Poland. This badge was a symbol of the newly established judicial institutions within the emergin...
Award in the shape of a cross, sun rays between the arms. In the center the initials medallion RP (Republic of Poland). Between the cross and the suspension ring a pair of crossed swords. Dimensions: 16mm x 16mm. Overall condition as shown in photos.
Poland20th century - Second Polish Republic (1918-1939) Head of Jozef Pilsudski to the left, on the left signature J.AVMILLER, on the reverse side ploughman with a plough removing thistles, below 1918-1928, below mint mark, one-piece, ribbon-fastened decoration bronze, 35.1 mm, 18.49 g (without ribbon)

PRL, Cross of Valor

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17 EUR
Cross of Valor produced by the State Mint from 1980-1989. Original ribbon fastened with a hook. Dimensions 44 x 44 mm
Poland20th century - post-war Poland and People's Republic of Poland (1945-1989) Multi-faceted star, medallion in the center with PR monogram, POLONIA - RESTITVTA around it, two-piece star, fixed on a post, unsigned cap, star most probably made in Zygmunt Olszewski's factory silver-plated tombak, enamel, 76.0 x 76.5 mm, 47.47 g (without cap)
Round medal, made of white metal, on the obverse of the medal there is a sign of the Polish Air Force (checkerboard), all around on the wound a laurel wreath. On the reverse of the medal in the middle is inscribed an inscription in three lines (POLAND SWEMU OBROÑCY) all around surrounded by a laurel wreath. The ribbon morphed blue with vertical stripes at both sides. Diameter: 15mm. Overall c...

Germany, Third Reich, Iron Cross 1st Class

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72 EUR
Iron Cross 1st Class from World War II. Magnetic core, pin-mounted version, signed. Dimensions 44 x 44 mm
Award in the shape of a cross, sun rays between the arms. In the center initials medallion RP (Republic of Poland). Dimensions: 16mm x 16mm. Overall condition as shown in photos.
British WWII paratrooper wings. Magnificent metal parachute wing with royal crown. Signed "London Firmin". Dimensions: 10mm x 20mm. Overall condition as shown in photos.
Poland20th century - Second Republic of Poland (1918-1939) Eagle with the Cross of the Order of War Virtuti Militari on its chest, sides 1918 - 1921, on the reverse side in a wreath POLSKA / SWEMV / OBROÑCY, below the mint mark, one-piece decoration, mounted with a ribbon, made at the State Mint bronze, 35.2 mm, 18.53 g (without ribbon)
Iron Cross of the Second Class. Under the royal monogram the date of renewal of the awarding of the Cross - 1914. Pin mount, bezel made of sterling silver "800". Dimensions: 42mm x 42mm. General condition as in the photos.
Poland20th century - Second Republic of Poland (1918-1939) Eagle with the Cross of the Order of War Virtuti Militari on its chest, with sides 1918 - 1921, on the reverse side in a wreath POLSKA / SWEMV / OBROÑCY, below the mint mark, one-piece decoration, mounted with a ribbon, made at the State Mint bronze, 35.2 mm, 18.45 g (without ribbon)
Third Republic of Poland (since 1989) Maltese Cross with horns of arms ending in balls, in medallion an Eagle, around which POLONIA - RESTITVTA -, on the reverse side in medallion 1918, one-piece decoration, attached to a ribbon gilded tombak, enamel, 60.8 x 59.8 mm, 44.06 g (with ribbon)
The decoration in the form of an isosceles cross, gilded, the edges of the cross finished with an ornamented frame. On the obverse there is a prominent eagle in the center, on the horizontal arms an inscription ( Za Polskę Wolność i Lud ), on the reverse of the cross an inscription ( Partyzantom ), while on the upper arm the date 1939 and on the lower arm the date 1945. The cross is complet...
A pair of WWII RAF sleeve patches, embroidered for privates (Ordinary Airman) with an albatross motif. Also worn by airmen of the Polish Air Force. Dimensions: 3cm x 7cm. Overall condition as shown in photos.

USSR, Order of the Red Star

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36 EUR
The Order of the Red Star was established on 6 April 1930. As of 1 January 1992, a total of 3,876,740 decorations had been awarded. The number 844379 is engraved on the reverse. Silver, dimensions 48 x 48 mm
Poland20th century - post-war Poland and the Polish People's Republic (1945-1989) the set includes: - Bronze Medal for "Meritorious Service to Culture Gloria Artis" with thumbnail and ID card, - Badge of Honor of the Union of Polish Writers with ID card, - ID card: Knight's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta, - ID card: Gold Cross of Merit, - ID card: Gold Medal for Service to National De...
Genuine British WWII RAF silver "sweetheart" brooch with enamel "Per Ardua Ad Astra" motto. Sweetheart brooches used as unofficial patriotic badges and gifts for girls. Dimensions: 5,5cm. Overall condition as in the photos.
WWII British sweetheart brooch, depicting the RAF Air Gunner (AG) wing mark. Signed "STERLING SILV" on the reverse, with enameled light blue initials "AG" in a laurel wreath and a single wing. Brooches of this type were privately ordered by airmen and given to loved ones as a symbol of pride in their wartime service. Dimensions: 5cm x 1.5cm. Weight: 4.5g. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
The star of the Order of St. Stanislaus First Class in the Russian Empire version has the form of a large, eight-beam silver star, composed of long, narrow rays arranged symmetrically, often with delicately fluted edges. In the center is a circular medallion surrounded by a gilded border and a laurel wreath, which symbolizes merit and glory. The ring surrounding the central disk bears the mott...
Prussia, Medal for Long Service 3rd Class (1913-1920) with crown, inscribed "Treue Dienste - bei der Fahne", marked "IX" on the back. One-piece decoration, designed to be attached to a ribbon, ribbon missing. Diameter: 30mm. Overall condition as shown in photos.
The order in the shape of an isosceles cross gilded, with arms covered with white enamel, terminated at the ends of the arms with balls. In the center of the cross, on a circular red enamel shield, is inscribed a stylized State eagle without a crown. A gilded inscription "POLONIA RESTITUTA" is placed on the rim. The reverse of the cross is gilded, with the date 1944 inscribed in the middle on ...
After the fall of the November Uprising in 1831, the Order of Saint Stanislaus, like the Order of the White Eagle and the Order of Virtuti Militari, was incorporated into the system of Russian decorations. The appearance of the insignia was altered: the painted figure of Saint Stanislaus was removed from the central medallion and replaced with the intertwined letters SS (Sanctus Stanislaus), w...
St. George's Cross of the 4th degree with the number 642 397 from the period of World War I. No ribbon, light bruising and clashes of the cross. Silver, dimensions 34 x 34 mm
Royal Air Force (RAF) observer pilot patch from World War 2, also used by the Polish Air Force. The patch depicts the letter O with a wing. Dimensions: 3cm x 7cm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Polish Cross of Valor awarded for bravery on the battlefield. The award is in the shape of a cross, in the center a Polish eagle in a crown with outspread wings. On the shoulders the inscription "On the Field of Glory 1920". Reverse with a sword and laurel wreath with the inscription "To the Brave". Dimensions: 17mm x 17mm. Overall condition as in the photos.
A cap badge in the shape of a mermaid intended for employees of the Warsaw Trams, made during the communist period, 37 mm high. The central motif is the coat of arms of Warsaw - a mermaid on a red background, made in gold, holding a sword and shield. Above the shield is a crown in the form of the city walls, and the whole is surrounded by golden wings. Mounted with two mustaches. Overall condi...
Original WWII British sweetheart brooch depicting parachute wings, made of silver covered with blue enamel. Reverse signed "silver". Elegant piece dated to the early 1940s. Dimensions: 5.5 × 1.8 cm Weight: 4 g. Overall condition as in the photos.
PolandPeople's Republic of Poland (1952-1989) Bachelor's cross, wreath in the corners of the cross, in a medallion an eagle around which is ZZĄZEK OCHOTNICZYCH - STRAŻY POŻARNYCH (Association of Volunteer Fire Brigades), three-piece badge, attached with ribbon, no ribbon gilded tombac, enamel, 41.3 x 48.5 mm, 23.84 g, russets
Silver Firefighter Medal of the Decade of the Rebirth of Poland. The medal bears the inscription "SOMETHING", and the whole thing was established as an award for firefighters who served 10 years of service between 1918 and 1928. The medal was not only symbolic in nature each recipient was obliged to contribute 10 zlotys to the fund for the construction of the Fireman's House, making it at the ...
Poland20th century - post-war Poland and the People's Republic of Poland (1945-1989) Maltese Cross with the corners of its arms ending in balls, in a medallion an Eagle, around which POLONIA - RESTITVTA -, on the reverse side in a medallion 1944, a one-piece decoration, mounted on a ribbon gilded tombak, enamel, 62.3 x 62.3 mm, 63.99 g (without ribbon)
The obverse depicts a hand holding a mace, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves; the reverse, between two oak leaves, bears the inscription: POLAND / TO ITS / DEFENDER. Diameter: 15mm. General condition as shown in the photos.
A cap badge in the shape of a mermaid intended for employees of the Warsaw Trams, made during the communist period, 37 mm high. The central motif is the coat of arms of Warsaw - a mermaid on a red background, made in gold, holding a sword and shield. Above the shield is a crown in the form of the city walls, and the whole is surrounded by gold wings. Mounted on a nut. Overall condition as show...
The round medal, made of white metal, depicts on the obverse the mark of the Polish Air Force - a checkerboard - surrounded by a laurel wreath on the rim. On the reverse, in the central part, there is a three-line inscription Poland To Its Defender, also framed by a laurel wreath. The medal is suspended on a blue, mottled ribbon with vertical stripes at both edges. Diameter: 16mm. Overall cond...
The badge in the form of an eagle with outspread wings sitting on an Amazon shield. The head is topped with a closed crown. The eagle is embroidered with the byre technique, with a khaki-colored background. Italian Production A variety widely worn by General Anders' 2nd Polish Corps. Condition with traces of wear as shown in photos.
The decoration in the form of a cross, on the obverse in the center the inscription "Monte Cassino May 1944", the reverse smooth. The cross together with the original ribbon. Dimensions: 17mm x 17mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
A rare, original British badge from around 1940 associated with the "Free Czech Field Ambulance". The obverse depicts the staff of Asclepius superimposed on a Czech lion and a red cross all surrounded by the inscription "England Czechoslovak Field Ambulance". On the reverse is stamped the manufacturer's mark "H.W. Miller Ltd B'Ham 18". Pin clasp. Dimensions: 36mm x 15mm. Overall condition as s...
Badge in the form of a bronzed steel cross, awarded to German veterans who fought at the front during World War I. Between the arms of the cross are crossed swords, symbolizing combat service. The reverse side bears the manufacturer's monogram. Dimensions: 37mm x 37mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.