24th Apr, 2025 19:00
Hunting, Weapons, Militaria, Orders & Medals Auction
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SILVER THIRD REICH SPANISH CROSS WITH SWORDS – L/13 PAUL MEYBAUER, BERLIN
Spanish cross in silver – L/13 Paul Meybauer, Berlin. 40s tombac cross with plated silver finish and L/13 makers mark under the pin. Remains in very good condition with nearly all silver plating remaining and some nice wear to the front and back.
Zilveren Derde Rijk Spaanse Kruis met Zwaarden – L/13 Paul Meybauer, Berlijn
Spaans kruis in zilver – L/13 Paul Meybauer, Berlin. Tombak kruis uit de jaren '40 met zilveren afwerking en het L/13 fabrikantenmerk onder de pin. Verkeert in zeer goede staat met bijna alle zilverplating intact en enige mooie slijtage aan de voor- en achterzijde.
Silbernes Spanisches Kreuz des Dritten Reiches mit Schwertern – L/13 Paul Meybauer, Berlin
Spanisches Kreuz in Silber – L/13 Paul Meybauer, Berlin. Tombak-Kreuz aus den 40er Jahren mit versilberter Oberfläche und L/13 Herstellerzeichen unter der Nadel. Befindet sich in sehr gutem Zustand, mit fast vollständiger Silberauflage und schöner Abnutzung an der Vorder- und Rückseite.
Measurement: 6 x 6 cm.
Provenance:
Belgium Private Collection
Note:
The Spanish Cross, or Spanien-Kreuz, was an award of Nazi Germany given to German troops who participated in the Spanish Civil War, fighting for nationalist general, later Spanish dictator, Francisco Franco. With the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War in July 1936, Germany sent the Condor Legion, drawn from the German air force and army, to aid Franco's Nationalist forces. On 14 April 1939, Germany instituted the Spanish Cross as a decoration for the German airmen and soldiers who fought in the Condor Legion during the war. A number of German Navy ships served in Spanish waters, their crew also qualifying for the cross. The Spanish Cross filled the dual role of gallantry decoration and campaign medal. The Cross was awarded in Gold, Silver and Bronze classes to reflect the rank or merit of the recipient. The Silver and Bronze classes were awarded with and without swords, the Gold only with swords. For outstanding bravery in combat, the Gold class could be awarded with diamonds.
Sold for €812
Spanish cross in silver – L/13 Paul Meybauer, Berlin. 40s tombac cross with plated silver finish and L/13 makers mark under the pin. Remains in very good condition with nearly all silver plating remaining and some nice wear to the front and back.
Zilveren Derde Rijk Spaanse Kruis met Zwaarden – L/13 Paul Meybauer, Berlijn
Spaans kruis in zilver – L/13 Paul Meybauer, Berlin. Tombak kruis uit de jaren '40 met zilveren afwerking en het L/13 fabrikantenmerk onder de pin. Verkeert in zeer goede staat met bijna alle zilverplating intact en enige mooie slijtage aan de voor- en achterzijde.
Silbernes Spanisches Kreuz des Dritten Reiches mit Schwertern – L/13 Paul Meybauer, Berlin
Spanisches Kreuz in Silber – L/13 Paul Meybauer, Berlin. Tombak-Kreuz aus den 40er Jahren mit versilberter Oberfläche und L/13 Herstellerzeichen unter der Nadel. Befindet sich in sehr gutem Zustand, mit fast vollständiger Silberauflage und schöner Abnutzung an der Vorder- und Rückseite.
Measurement: 6 x 6 cm.
Provenance:
Belgium Private Collection
Note:
The Spanish Cross, or Spanien-Kreuz, was an award of Nazi Germany given to German troops who participated in the Spanish Civil War, fighting for nationalist general, later Spanish dictator, Francisco Franco. With the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War in July 1936, Germany sent the Condor Legion, drawn from the German air force and army, to aid Franco's Nationalist forces. On 14 April 1939, Germany instituted the Spanish Cross as a decoration for the German airmen and soldiers who fought in the Condor Legion during the war. A number of German Navy ships served in Spanish waters, their crew also qualifying for the cross. The Spanish Cross filled the dual role of gallantry decoration and campaign medal. The Cross was awarded in Gold, Silver and Bronze classes to reflect the rank or merit of the recipient. The Silver and Bronze classes were awarded with and without swords, the Gold only with swords. For outstanding bravery in combat, the Gold class could be awarded with diamonds.
Auction: Hunting, Weapons, Militaria, Orders & Medals Auction, 24th Apr, 2025
Hessink’s Hunting, Weapons, Militaria, Orders & Medals Auction – A Once-in-a-Lifetime Collection of rare Historically important Artifacts.
Featuring a rare collection of unique militaria and hunting weapons and collectables. This exclusive event presents collectors with a unique opportunity to acquire items of exceptional provenance, many never before seen on the art market.
Among the highlights are Swords & Daggers of Historical Significance – Including pieces once owned by Hermann Göring, Heinrich Himmler, and an extraordinary birthday gift presented to Adolf Hitler on his 49th birthday. German World War II Medals & Orders, Rare & Decorative Hunting Collectibles – including exquisite furniture suited for a grand hunting lodge.
This is an unmissable event for international museums, collectors, historians, hunters and history enthusiasts seeking truly rare and one-of-a-kind items. Many of the items on offer have never appeared on the market before, making this auction a unique opportunity to own history.
