Militaria auctions
A Russian cavalry shashka, model 1881, made in 1916 at the Zlatoust factory. Attached to the scabbard is a model 1891 bayonet for the Mosin rifle, number 14145. On the crossguard there is the abbreviation "35 32 M Д 201" - 32nd Chuguyev Dragoon Regiment. The handle is made of beechwood, and the crossguard is rounded. The blade is slightly curved, with a groove narrowing towards the point...
A black armored corps beret, with the Polish crowned eagle embroidered on the front. The lining bears the manufacturer's name, Kangol Wear Limited, dated 1944. British size 6.5 inches. In very good condition.
The wz. 34 sabre, known as the Ludwikówka, is the most recognizable sabre of the Polish Army from the period of the Second Polish Republic. The saber's blade is made of steel with visible grooves and fullers on both sides, and a deep groove is visible along the spine of the blade. The blade is double-edged. The wooden handle is made of beechwood, and the guard is made of brass. On the back of...
Polish wz. 24 bayonet from the “Perkun” factory. Very nice blade with partially visible factory polish. Sheath with partially preserved original Polish paint. Original scabbard covers, functional latch, pommel with a light patina of rust. Original universal frog. A set rarely found on the market. Very good minuscondition .
Infantry officer's sabre, pattern 1921, manufactured by the Gabriel Borowski Blade Weapon Factory in Warsaw. The saber blade is three-furrowed. This saber dates from the 1930s, with a refined and technically perfect etching pattern characteristic of the period. The motto "HONOR i OJCZYZNA" (HONOR AND HOMELAND) and the Polish eagle wz.27 are visible. The manufacturer's signature, "G. BOROWSKI |...
Polish wz. 24 bayonet from the “Perkun” factory. The blade has slight pitting. The scabbard has a stamped serial number. Original scabbard covers, functional latch, and a pommel with a light patina of rust. In good condition.
Date of manufacture unknown. Total length with sheath: 109.5 cm. Condition as shown in the photos.
A khaki wool sweatshirt made in January 1943. It features a distinctive collar matching the infantryman’s epaulets. On the left shoulder are patches of the 6th Lviv Infantry Brigade and the 5th Kresy Infantry Division. On the right is the insignia of the British 8th Army. On the pocket is the 5th KDP badge; above it are the ribbon bars for decorations and the Wounds and Injuries Badge with o...
The longer katana (without the sheath) is 80 cm long; the shorter one is 59 cm. Condition as shown in the photos.
An infantry captain's khaki beret; no markings inside the beret; an eagle embroidered with satin stitch; a miniature version of the Tobrud badge screwed onto the side. In good condition, with a few moth-eaten spots.
Polish wz. 29 bayonet from the “Perkun” factory. Nice blade with slight discoloration of the metal. Sheath with partially preserved original Polish paint. Original scabbard covers, functional latch, pommel with a light patina of rust. Condition: good plus.
A Polish soldier’s beret made by the French company Union Chapelière Française, which was founded in 1928. The beret shown here was produced by the UCF branch in Carcassonne. Attached to the beret is an eagle made in Paris in 1940 featuring a trimmed Amazon shield. In good condition.
A cavalry shashka, model 1927, Soviet production, made in 1930 at the Zlatoust factory. Movable fitting. Total length 97 cm Blade length 81 cm Sheath length 83 cm
Cavalry saber model 1881/1909. Saber manufactured by the renowned German melee weapon manufacturer, Alexander Coppel Solingen. On the outer side is an etched monogram of Emperor Nicholas II beneath an imperial crown. On the inner side of the blade is the coat of arms of the Russian Empire – a double-headed eagle wearing an imperial crown. On the blade is the artist's signature "Alex Coppel S...
A French-made Polish platoon leader's cap, khaki in color, from 1940. Attached to the cap is an eagle produced in 1940 using a die from 1918. Condition: very good minus; the sweatband inside the cap is cracked.
Total length: 110.5 cmModel 52 ceremonial officer’s sash designed for officers of the Internal Security Corps. Distinctive navy blue piping runs along the edges of the fabric. The belt is made of silk fabric and fastens with a two-piece metal buckle oxidized to the color of antique silver. One part of the buckle features an image of an eagle, while the other features a wreath of oak and laur...
A French helmet, Model 1935, with a Polish emblem affixed to it, used in France in 1940. The helmet is an original, period piece; the emblem was added at a later date. In good condition.
Cossack shashka model 1881. The blade was made at the German factory Carl Eickhorn Solingen. On the outside of the blade there is a stamped squirrel - the signature of the maker Eickhorn Solingen. Skin loss on the scabbard. Brass fitting is movable. Total length 92 cm Blade length 76 cm Sheath length 78 cm
A jacket from a film studio's inventory. Buttons featuring eagles without crowns. Condition as shown in the photos.
Second Polish Republic, French Cavalry Lance model 1913 with pennant of the 17th Greater Poland Uhlan Regiment
dobry
1 171 EUR
French lance model 1913. Lances of this pattern were widely used by the Polish cavalry between 1919 and 1939. Attached to the lance by three cords is the cloth pennant of the 17th Greater Poland Uhlan Regiment. The number 319 is stamped at the bottom of the lance. Lance length 296 cm Pennant dimensions 63 x 19.5 cm Due to the unusual dimensions and nature of the object, it is available for PER...
The 1907 dagger, also known as the bebut, was used by artillerymen, heavy machine gun crews, and some cavalry units. It replaced sabers in formations where long weapons were inconvenient. The handle is wooden-lined, secured to the tang with two rivets. The blade is slightly curved, with two narrow fullers on either side. The lacquered wooden scabbard has a single fitting, ending in a brass fit...
Total length: 118 cmModel 52 ceremonial officer’s sash designed for an air force officer. Distinctive blue—cornflower blue—trim runs along the edges of the fabric. The sash is made of silk fabric and fastens with a two-piece metal buckle oxidized to the color of antique silver. One side of the buckle features an image of an eagle, while the other side features a wreath of oak and laurel ...
19th Century/Tsarist Russia: Seal Stamp of the Imperial Don-Kuban Society / Seal / Kuban / Don
69 EUR
Russian seal of the Imperial Don-Kuban Society. The central part features the image of the Russian state emblem. Above the eagle’s heads is the organization’s motto: “STRENGTH IN HONESTY AND UNITY.” Natural patina. Dimensions: diameter: 3.1; height: 0.6 cm. The condition of the item is shown in the attached photos.
The item on display is a metal plaque depicting the image of Our Lady of Swarzewo, venerated as the Queen of the Polish Sea and the Protectress of Fishermen and Sailors. Cast in bronze or brass, it faithfully reproduces the iconography of the famously miraculous statue from the seaside sanctuary in Swarzewo, depicting Mary wearing a crown and holding a tall scepter, with the Infant Jesus holdi...
A ceremonial judge's chain dating from the period of the Polish People's Republic. The chain is made of tombac and consists of solid, flat links. In the center is an openwork cartouche featuring a stylized “PRL” monogram. Below it, suspended from two short links, is a silver-plated state eagle without a crown. The chain was part of the official attire of the presiding judge during a trial....
Cup, Transitional Award of the Higher Infantry School for 1st Place in Pistol Shooting Mk. 33
bardzo dobry minus
351 EUR
A challenger's cup from the early communist era. Awarded for first place in the wz. 33 pistol shooting competition (commonly known as the tetetka). The abbreviation "WSP" may refer to the Higher School of Infantry, which existed in Rembertów from 1948 to 1954. On the medallion there is an engraving " Award / passerby / WSP for the 1st place / in shooting / with pistol wz. 33 ". '800' silver, ...
A typical Red Army helmet from World War II. There is a visible crack running from the top of the helmet to the bottom of the rear rim. It has been repainted; it is possible that it was once placed on a gravestone. Condition as shown in the photos.
Date of manufacture unknown. Dimensions: total length 117.5 cm, width of the guard 25 cm, width of the blade at its widest point 6.5 cm. Condition as shown in the photos.
A German aerial dart (flechette) from World War I. These metal projectiles were dropped from airplanes or airships as anti-infantry weapons. The flechette is characterized by a pointed tip and a body with an “X”-shaped cross-section. Thanks to the significant kinetic energy they gained during their descent, they were capable of piercing helmets and soft protective gear. Dimensions: 10 cm. ...
A winter helmet designed for crew members of tanks and certain other combat vehicles. Used by the Polish People’s Army in the 1940s and 1950s. The headset is preserved with a complete set of straps, metal rings, and buckles used to adjust the size. At the back, there is a long strap fastened with a snap. There are two metal buttons on each ear cup cover, while the chin strap is equipped with...
IIRP, plate from the officers' mess of the 14th Infantry Regiment from Włocławek—a rarity
bardzo dobry
324 EUR
A plate from the officers’ mess of the 14th Infantry Regiment from Włocławek. Manufactured in Czechoslovakia and distributed by Kazimierz Lewicki’s store in Lviv, at 5 Mariacki Square. Diameter: 245 mm. In very good condition.
Rifle scope with case and accessories. Includes a cleaning brush, a key, and a mount for a red dot sight rail. Total length of the scope: 22.5 cm. Condition as shown in the photos.
A commemorative "one-day" publication of the 6th Reserve Officer Candidate Course of the 17th Infantry Division, published in Gniezno in July 1938. This publication documents the training of future reserve officers of the Polish Army in the period leading up to the outbreak of World War II. Softcover, 73 numbered pages. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Identification card of Franciszek Guzy, an officer of the Silesian Customs Guard from Lubliniec Północny. The card was issued in Mysłowice in June 1929. 4 pages, dimensions 115x90 mm. In good condition.
World War II/Germany: Trench Warfare: Desk Paperweight Made from a 3.7 cm PAK Shell / Third Reich
12 EUR
An example of German trench art from World War II: a paperweight made from a spent German 3.7 cm PAK anti-tank gun shell. Visible traces of the shell striking its target (glancing off), which makes this item exceptionally visually striking. The beautiful German oxidized finish is preserved, with complete markings visible on the shell’s body and WaA approval stamps. On the underside of the wo...
Date of manufacture unknown. Silver-plated version. Dimensions: 4.9 cm x 5.2 cm; cap diameter: 2.5 cm. Condition as shown in the photos.
IIRP, military ID card for a lieutenant colonel, recipient of the Order of Military Merit
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93 EUR
Military service record book for Lieutenant Colonel Franciszek Studziński, recipient of the Virtuti Militari, commander of the Regional Recruitment Command in Sosnowiec (Sosnowice). Number of pages: 8. Dimensions: 103x78 mm. The first page is loose; in good condition. More information about the awarding of the order can be found here: https://wbh.wp.mil.pl/c/scans/VM/I.482.104-10754.pdf.
A set of equipment used by a Citizens' Militia officer during the People's Republic of Poland era. A black leather briefcase with a flap closure secured by metal snaps. It features an adjustable shoulder strap and external leather loops designed for attaching official equipment. On the inside of the flap are partially illegible manufacturer’s and inspection stamps. The set includes a rubber ...
A fork from the mess hall of the 77th Infantry Regiment, manufactured by Fraget. Brass, silver-plated. In good condition.
Staatsforstdienst belt (Polish: State Forest Service of the Third Reich), issued on April 22, 1938; aluminum buckle and clasps, grain-side leather on the inside; the size "90" is marked in ink on the outside; complete, in perfect condition. Manufacturer: Assmann & Söhne, Lüdenscheid total length: 107 cm Reference: *Deutsche Koppelschlösser 1919–1945*, Lothar Bichlmaier, p. 180.
Dimensions: 12 x 6.5 cm.
Heer ceremonial belt, intended for officers, introduced into service on July 9, 1937, complete, lined on the inside with fabric; the inner strap is made of brown-dyed full-grain leather; there are slight areas of material loss and localized discoloration. Total length: 110 cm Reference: *Deutsche Koppelschlösser 1919–1945*, Lothar Bichlmaier, p. 21.
2 soldier's buttons for a Polish Army uniform manufactured in the USSR during World War II. Steel, lacquered, three-piece buttons. The button features an eagle, known as the "Kurica." Diameter: 22 mm. Good condition.
A land forces lieutenant's cap made of gabardine. Dark carmine cloth band with machine-sewn braid; dark carmine flap; leather lining with a sliding buckle fastened by two metal buttons featuring an eagle emblem on the tabs. A small eagle attached to the peak—cap by B. Grabski, Łódź; metal stars attached to the visor. The visor is reinforced; inside, there is a leather sweatband, and a dia...
Polish standard-issue military canteen manufactured by Światowid Myszków in 1938. Model used by the Polish Army in September 1939. A nice piece. The quartermaster’s acceptance mark and serial number “59796” are still visible. Dimensions: 17.3 x 11.5 cm. The item’s condition is shown in the attached photos.
Dimensions: 6.3 cm x 5.1 cm. Condition as shown in the photos.
Hat, size 56. Condition as shown in the photos.
Emblem made of brass. Two mounting tabs on the back. Dimensions: 3 cm x 2.7 cm. Condition as shown in the photos.
A major’s garrison cap, also intended for the dress uniform, dating from the early 1960s. The date is confirmed by the lining with a semicircular clasp and two metal buttons bearing the image of an eagle, attached to the brim. The eagle and rank insignia are embroidered with flock. There are two stripes on the brim. The upper stripe was sewn on later—most likely by the owner or a cap maker...
A medal awarded to soldiers for demonstrating courage, bravery and heroism in combat against the enemy and for contributing to combat success. No ribbon. Silver, diameter 40 mm, weight 41.27 g
Total length: 110.5 cmModel 52 ceremonial officer’s sash designed for officers of the ground forces—infantry. Distinctive dark carmine piping runs along the edges of the fabric. The belt is made of silk fabric and fastens with a two-piece metal buckle oxidized to the color of antique silver. One side of the buckle features an image of an eagle, while the other depicts a wreath of oak and l...
A Russian seal stamp from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, used to imprint ink or wax seals. It features two intertwined medallions, the dominant one bearing the image of Tsar Nicholas II. Natural patina, oxides, and dirt make it difficult to read the inscription around the rim of the second (coat-of-arms) medallion. Dimensions: 5 x 3.1 cm. The condition of the item is shown in the att...
An original, division-wide shoulder patch for soldiers of the 6th Pomeranian Airborne Division, intended for the dress uniform. The second type of this insignia was used from 1967 to 1970. The patch is made of burgundy-colored cloth mounted on a red fabric backing. A white rubber print depicts a parachute and the so-called “parachute hood.” The design is framed by a laurel branch on the le...
Diameter: 70 mmAn original shoulder patch belonging to a soldier of the 22nd Chemical Protection Company, part of the 6th Pomeranian Airborne Division. Made of yellow cloth mounted on a fabric backing of the same color. The black rubber print depicts a parachute and a so-called “parachute loop,” surrounded by a laurel wreath. This is the second type of insignia used by the company. The 22n...
Military service record book of Sergeant Józef Bryk of the 6th Mounted Rifle Regiment. Number of pages: 8. Dimensions: 103x71 mm. The service record book consists of several sections. The photo clearly shows a larger version of the regimental badge. Fair condition.
A captain's/captain-lieutenant's rank insignia, embroidered with Bajorkowa thread on a black background, designed to be sewn onto a beret. Dimensions: 60 mm x 26 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos. Wincenty Tomaszewski (born April 5, 1912, in Harbin; died January 21, 1985) – Second Lieutenant in the Polish Army, participant in the African and Italian campaigns. Before the war, he w...
An Ottoman box for ammunition or gunpowder, made of brass, dating from the 19th century. The box is richly decorated with repoussé work, featuring a central decorative motif with a stone. A typical example of military equipment from the Ottoman Empire. Dimensions: approx. 12 cm × 8 cm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
A memento from the September Campaign: a standard-issue Polish model 31 hand grenade box. Partially preserved original Polish paint. While in use on a farm during the postwar period, the internal compartments were removed; only the mounting points remain. Dimensions: 42 x 28 x 15 cm. The item’s condition is shown in the attached photos.
Width: 67 mmAn original identification band of the PPS-WRN Workers’ Militia—a clandestine paramilitary unit of the Polish Socialist Party, active from 1939 to 1945. The Workers’ Militia carried out security, law enforcement, and sabotage operations. It operated primarily in working-class communities, protecting factories, mines, and their equipment from destruction or removal by the occu...
A unique cigarette case, a German war trophy from the September Campaign. An object of great symbolic significance. The cigarette case is a Polish interwar product, made of nickel-plated sheet metal and additionally coated with varnish in the Polish national colors. After it was captured by a German soldier, the map of Poland was symbolically crossed out, and the dates “1.IX–19.IX.39” we...
An air force officer's cap made of gabardine. A cornflower-blue cloth brim with machine-sewn braid; a cornflower-blue flap; a leather lining with a buckle fastened by two metal buttons bearing the image of an eagle—on the peaks. A small eagle attached to the peak—a cap badge reading “Ł. Z. P. G. G. G. ŁÓDDŹ”; metal stars attached to the visor. The visor is metal-reinforced; on the ...
chest circumference: 94 cm Sleeve length (outer edge): 61 cm Length from the collar seam: 66 cmA uniform jacket for an officer of the Vistula Army, with a cut reminiscent of the wz. 36 uniform. Fastened with a set of plastic buttons bearing the image of the national eagle On the collar, a pair of navy blue paws with snakes embroidered in the “bajorek” style, characteristic of the Vistula F...
Commemorative Medal for the 500th Anniversary of the Image of Our Lady of Częstochowa, struck to mark the 500th anniversary of the placement of the Miraculous Image at Jasna Góra in 1882. The obverse features an image of Our Lady with the Child, surrounded by the inscription: “IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 500TH ANNIVERSARY IN 1882 OF THE PLACEMENT OF THE IMAGE OF OUR LADY OF CZĘSTOCHOWA AT JAS...
Regulation insignia of the Model 17 rank, made of braided cotton cord. In good condition. The next photo shows a page from the Model 17 regulations depicting officer insignia.