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Ok, Thanks Alan for bringing up good points. Yes, The USPS and others have increased their shipping costs. The grouping I was successful for was for a metal (Tombak) badge, zinc metal wappen, a silver/bronze pin/nadel, two award documents and a period book. The final price was $1767. The 24%...

Well, without getting into any political debate. The reality of tariffs just emphasized that they are indeed real to me today.... I was successful in a bid from a reputable Canadian Dealer I have dealt with in the past. In the past, shipping was $30 USD for a small package. That was what the...

Thanks, I needed a good laugh. Best Regards, JustinG

Just for reference. Here's the helmet in question. Seems like it was acquired for a good price.

Welcome, as a relatively new collector as well. I would echo the above comments. The forum is a great place to gain information and educate yourself. You will also pick up some other key info and advice. The market on this forum is a great place to check out and look at good vetted items...

Ok, so I will share a bit what I know. The Juncker marked badges are a minefield. Most are flooded with forgeries. I believe that the details around the bullets, and the "grips of death" make me doubt this badge. This is just my humble opinion. There is a great thread that is very...

That fault goes actually to the seller and person posting vs the Postal Service IMHO. With proper packing and care, you can prevent this kind of damage. Bubble wrap, a Ziplock® or other plastic waterproof baggie with some packing tape securing the package nicely, ensuring the medals won't...

Rarity with regard to the tallies usually goes with the number in the units, how long the particular unit was in service, the number of persons assigned to said unit. Also, please be aware, you could acquire a tally and not necessarily be assigned to that unit. Several were sold in their...

I too have always wondered about these and why they were termed "hate belts". But, this is the word that seems to depict these items. I like mine because it has both Allied and German insignia. Best Regards, JustinG

S.M.S. Frauenlob. Photo of Anton Schmitt, who served and was killed on the Frauenlob. Later he would be the namesake for the Kriegsmarine Destroyer Anton Schmitt which was the last named Zerstörer of the second world war.

Greetings, I acquired a nice one a couple of years ago. Here is my example. Looking forward to seeing your additions. Best Regards, JustinG

Very nice. I would suggest finding something to cover/protect your rank soulderboards. Dust easily gets impregnated in these and a light vacuuming can help, but over time, the dust can detract and become very difficult to remove. Just From my own personal findings. There are Ryker cases much...

Wow, Gorgeous plumage and so well preserved. Well done. :love:

Here are some other shots. Best Regards, JustinG

I have been to the Friedrichshafen one twice. 2010 and 2023. I will have to check out the Meersburg collection sometime. I was also recently aware that there was a Zeppelin museum in Zeppelinheim (Near Frankfurt Flughafen). Airships are pretty cool. @Mike H Those are incredible. I have seen...

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Greetings, I thought I would share some items from my collection. Here is my Luftschiff examples. Best Regards, JustinG