WW1 Imperial German Army (Deutsches Heer)
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During World War I, the German Empire was one of the Central Powers that lost the war. It began participation in the conflict after the declaration of war against Serbia by its ally, Austria-Hungary. German forces fought the Allies on both the eastern and western fronts, although German territory itself remained relatively safe from widespread invasion for most of the war, except for a brief period in 1914 when East Prussia was invaded.
We specialise in WW1 German Imperial Army Militaria including decorations, medals, insignia, documents, headdress and historical artefacts from this period.
All items on our website are original period items unless stated otherwise. We are also pleased to offer international consignment service in which Grenadier Militaria International offers your WW1 Imperial Army Militaria item(s) for sale on the world market on your behalf.
With an extensive global online audience items are listed for direct sale to our international audience.
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1914-1918 Austro Hungarian Commemorative Medal For Combatants
An original 1914-1918 Austro Hungarian Commemorative Medal For Combatants, constructed in silvred bronze with suspension ring with period tri fold ribbon. The obverse of the medal features the Hungary coat of arms, with a set of crossed swords below signifying the medal is for combatants, encircled by oaks leaves. The reverse depicts a steel helmet in the centre with the inscription below 1914-1918 encircled by laurel leafs, surmounted by the incription "PRO DEO ET PATRIA" (FOR GOD AND COUNTRY). The medal has no damage or repairs in good condition.
Product ID: 15283 £45.00View Details Add to Basket -
Bavarian Military Merit Cross 3rd Class With Swords & Presentation Box
A WW1 Bavarian military merit cross 3rd class with swords & presentation case, constructed in bronze tombak. The obverse of the medal depicts a Maltese cross with cross swords, with a the cypher of King Ludwig III in the centre, surrounded by a ring incribed "Merenti" for merit complete with original ribbon. The reverse bears the Bavarian crowned lion surrounded by a buckled belt with the date "1886". The presentation box is constructed in burgundy cardboard. The front of the box is embosed "Bayr M.V. Kr. 3.Kl.". The reverse box is marked Deschler & Sohn, München. The present box has a few scuffs and the medal has no damage or repairs in good condition.
Product ID: 16892 £120.00View Details Add to Basket -
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German Imperial WW1 Iron Cross 1st Class 1914 Minature Version
A rare German Imperial WW1 Iron Cross 1st Class 1914 minature Version, three part contruction with magnetic iron core. The obverse retains its original black matt paint finish, and imperial crown and W is crisp with beautiful patina. The reverse of the iron cross has a barrel hinge with a vertical pin with flat wire catch. The Iron Cross measures 320mm from arm to arm and has no damage or repairs in very good condition.
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German Iron Cross 1st Class 1914 With Early Presentation Case
A classic WW1 German Iron Cross 1st Class 1914 with early presentation case, three-part construction with magnetic iron core, with beautiful patina. The reverse is unmarked, with a vertical pin and barrel hinge with wire catch. The presentation is early variaton the exterior is covered in black leatherette, ebossed with a silver iron cross with a push button catch. The interior of the case has a nice purple velvet base, with a cream coloured lid. The Iron Cross and presentation box has no damage or repairs in good condition.
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German Pre WW1 Franco-Prussian War Medal 1870 1871 For Non Combatants
An original German Pre WW1 Franco-Prussian War Medal 1870 1871 for non combatants for the victory against France during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870 - 1871. The medal was instituted in 1871 by Kaiser Wilhelm, and was struck in bronze from French captured cannons. The obverse of the medal has the inscription 'Dem siegreichen Heeres' (To the Victorious Army) with Kaiser Wilhelm monogram in the centre. The reverse depicts an iron cross with a wreath in the centre and the date 1870-1871. The medal has no damage or repairs in good condition.
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German WW1 Brunswick War Merit Cross 2nd Class
An original German WW1 Brunswick War Merit Cross second class. The medal is unmarked and constructed in dark bronze. The obverse of the medal depict a iron cross with 'EA' in the centre with two oak leaves on the left and right arms. The top are has the imperial Prussian crown and the lower is inscribed '1914'. The reverse of the medal has the inscription 'Fur' (top) 'Verdienst im' (across the centre) and 'Krieg' (lower arm). (For Merit in War). The medal is fitted with a loose ring suspender and a piece of 30 mm blue ribbon which has a yellow 3.5 mm stripe near each edge. The medal has no damage or repairs in mint condition.
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German WW1 Prussian Heer EM/NCO’s Belt Buckle
A German WW1 Prussian Heer EM/NCO's Belt Buckle, two piece construction in brass overlayed with a central nickle plate. The obverse of the buckle features an Imperial Prussian crown in the centre with leaves beneath with the inscription above 'Gott Mit Uns' (God With Us). The buckle worn by all non-commissioned ranks of the Heer (Army) between 1895-1915. The buckle has no damage or repairs.
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Honour Cross 1914 – 1918 By W.K. Court Mounted
A very nice authentic WW1 Honour Cross 1914 - 1918 by W.K. for combatants, court mounted with makers mark on the reverse “W.K." for Wilhelm Kolwitz Bergedorf with original ribbon in good condition.
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Honour Cross Without Swords 1914 – 1918 Marked HKN
An original WW1 Honour Cross without swords 1914 - 1918 for non combatants, die stamped construction in bronze. The reverse of the medal is nmarked 'HKM' for unknown manufacturer complete with original ribbon in mint condition.
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Imperial German Iron Cross 2nd Class & Hindenburg Court Mounted
An original Imperial Imperial German Iron Cross 2nd Class & Hindenburg court mounted. The Iron Cross 2nd Class is stamped 'IVI' by unknown maker and the Hindenburg Cross 1914-1918 is marked '0.1.' for Orden-Herstellergemeinschaft, Pforzheim. The medal set is nicely court mounted with original ribbons in good condition.
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Imperial German Iron Cross 2nd Class Trio Grouping Court Mounted
An original Imperial German Iron Cross 2nd Class trio grouping court mounted. The trio includes Iron Cross 2nd Class unknown makers and Hindenburg Cross 1914-1918 stamped on the reverse with '2 R.V. Pforzheim' for Reichsverband Arbeitsgemeinschaft Heinrich Vogt, Pforzheim and a Prussian XV year service medal. The medal trio is nicely court mounted with original ribbons in very good condition.
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IRON CROSS 1914 1st Class By Carl Dillenius
Iron Cross 1st Class 1914 by Carl Dillenius with Iron core silver frame, maker marked "CD" for Carl Dillenius, Pforzheim with content mark "800" below-depicting silver content. On the reverse vertical pinback with C-shaped catch; measuring 43.19 mm (h) x 43.19 mm (w) and weighing 17.8 grams, in extremely good condition.
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Iron Cross 1st Class 1914 Unmarked – Vaulted
A Iron Cross 1st Class 1914 unmarked, three part contruction with magnetic iron core. The obverse retains its original black matt paint finish, and imperial crown and W is crisp with a stunning silver frame. The reverse of the iron cross has a barrel hinge with vertical pin with a flat wire catch, which vaulted. The decoration has no damage or repairs in very good condition.
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M16 German WW1 Steel Camouflage Helmet
A German M16 steel camouflage WW1 helmet. The exterior of the helmet has been hand painted in tan ochre, green, and black paint as per the directive in 1918 by Chief of the General Staff of the Field Army, Erich Ludendorf which has a nice finish. The interior of the helmet is stamped with the makers code 'K64' for J. & H. Kerkmann, Ahlen/Westf size 64. The liner has a black leather liner which is nice and suple complete with pads. The helmet is missing this chin strap otherwise in good condition.
Product ID: 17038 £1,350.00View Details Add to Basket -
M16 German/Austrian WW1 Steel Helmet
A German/Austrian M16 steel helmet from WW1. The helmet retains its original factory green paint finish on both the exterior and interior. It includes the original canvas chin straps and buckles. The interior leather liner has three leather pads, with minor repairs to one of the pad eyelets. The helmet stamp and size appears to have faded otherwise in good condition.
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Prussian WW1 Merit Cross for War Aid
An original Prussian WW1 Merit Cross for War Aid medal, die struck in zinc complete with suspension ring and original ribbon. The obverse of the cross depicts a Maltese cross with a central circular medallion with the crowned cipher of King Wilhelm II. The reverse the central medallion is inscribed FÜR KRIEGS-HILFSDIENST (For War Aid Merit) above an oak wreath. The medal has no damage or repairs in good condition.
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WW1 German Grand Duchy Hesse-Darmstadt Bravery War Medal
An original WW1 German Grand Duchy Hesse-Darmstadt Bravery War Medal, constructed in silver and was instituted in 1898 and remained in circulation till 1918. The medal depicts the head of the Grand Duke Ernst Ludwig facing left, circumscribed ‘ERNST LUDWIG GROSSHERZOG VON HESSEN’ and the reverse is inscribed 'FÜR KRIEGS-VERDIENSTE' (FOR BRAVERY) encircled by a laurel and oak wreath. The suspension ring is intact complete with orginal ribbon, the medal has no damage or repair and is in good condition.
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WW1 German Swing Mounted Medal Bar With Fire Brigade Honour Medal
A WW1 German swing mounted medal bar consisting of the Iron Cross 2nd Class 1914, Bavarian Military Merit Cross 3rd Class, Honour Cross without swords 1914 – 1918 for combatants, Bavarian Military Long Service Award 3rd Class, complete with WW2 Fire Brigade Honour medal. The set of medals are nicely mounted in good condition.
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WW1 German Wurttemberg Silver Military Merit Medal
An original Wurttemberg Silver Military Merit Medal (Württemberg Militärverdienstmedaille) complete with original ribbon. This medal was instituted in 1818 and was awarded for military merit. Wilhelm II became king on 6 October 1891 and the new version of the medal bearing his image was introduced on 26 June 1892. It was suppressed in 1918 when, along with all other German rulers, Wilhelm was deposed at the end of World War I. The obverse of the medal depicts head of King Wilhelm II of Württemberg facing right, circumscribed ‘WILHELM II KOENIG VON WUERTTEMBERG’, The reverse of the medal is inscribed ‘FÜR TAPFERKEIT UND TREUE’ (For bravery and loyalty) within a wreath of laurel. The has no damage or repairs in good condition.
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WW1 Imperial German Court Mounted Medals Trio
A WW1 Imperial German Court Mounted Medals Trio, including the following medals Prussian Iron Cross, 1914, 2nd class, Kyffhauserbund Medal, and Prussian 12-Year Service Medal. The medals are mounted on silk ribands as worn on parade, the reverse of the medal has a field grey pad and long hinge clasp in good condition.
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WW1 Iron Cross Medal 2nd Class 1914 Marked Z
A WW1 Iron Cross 1914 2nd Class 1914, three-part construction with magnetic iron core with original ribbon. The medal suspension medal ring is stamped ‘Z’ for Z: M. Zoellsch, Wuerzberg. The medal has no damage in fair condition.
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WW1 Prussian Wound Badge In Black Voided Version
A WW1 Prussian Wound Badge In black voided version, die-stamped hollow back construction, with the majority of the black finish intact with a nice patina. The reverse has a barrel hinge and flat wire catch, with no damage or repairs in good condition.
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WW1/WW2 Trio of German Mounted Medals
A WW1/WW2 Trio of German Mounted Medals including EK2, Hindenburg Cross, and 25 Year Service Cross mounted in very good condition.
Product ID: 6708 £185.00View Details Add to Basket
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