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Luxembourg Order of the Oak Crown. A Commander’s C

785 - Luxembourg Order of the Oak Crown. A Commander’s Cross in good condition, with a patina, with its ribbon, worn, in an Arthus Bertrand case bearing the initials R. F. on the lid. A Knight’s Cross, in good condition, with patina, and a half-size silver class medal. Luxembourg Order of the Oak Crown. A commander’s cross in good condition, with patina and its neck ribbon, showing signs of wear, in an Arthus Bertrand case bearing the initials R. F. on the lid. A knight’s cross in good conditi

Estimation

€60 - 120

Netherlands: Lombok Cross (1894) and Jambi Expedit

786 - Netherlands: Lombok Cross (1894) and Jambi Expedition Cross (1901–1904). Lombok Medal in patinated bronze, without ribbon. Silver Military Operations Cross, also known as the “Kruis voor Belangrijke Krijgsverrichtingen,” in good condition, with an orange and green ribbon showing wear and discoloration, and a clasp reading “DJAMBI 1901–1904.” Included is a miniature version of the Long Service Medal. Netherlands Lombok Cross (1894) and Djambi Expedition Cross (1901–1904). Patinated

Estimation

€50 - 100

Dutch infantry kepi, circa 1940. Covered in gray-g

787 - Dutch infantry kepi, circa 1940. Covered in gray-green cloth with blue piping. Gold-plated metal cockade and braid. The number 5 painted in orange, with traces of a previous insignia. Leather chin strap. One ventilation eyelet missing. Worn headgear, showing signs of use and patina. Dutch infantry kepi, circa 1940. Covered in gray-green cloth with blue piping. Gilt-metal cockade and braid. The number 5 is painted in orange, with traces of a previous insignia. Leather chinstrap. One ventilation e

Estimation

€30 - 60

Netherlands 1941 Airman’s Cross (Nederland Vliege

788 - Netherlands 1941 Airman’s Cross (Nederland Vliegerkruis). Silver Airman’s Cross, marked “Sterling” on the reverse. London-style model awarded during World War II. With its ribbon. Established in 1941, this decoration was awarded to only 700 recipients. Good condition. Netherlands 1941 Airman’s Cross (Nederland Vliegerkruis). Silver Airman’s Cross, marked “Sterling” on the reverse. London-made type awarded during World War II. With its ribbon. Established in 1941, this decoration

Estimation

€100 - 200

Netherlands “ORANJE” Resistance armband (Nederland

789 - Netherlands “ORANJE” Resistance armband (Nederlandse NBS). Blue, white, and orange armband, with “ORANJE” ink stamps and a lion within a circle. Included are a few copies of “De Vliegende Hollander.” Signs of use and patina. Netherlands “ORANJE” Resistance armband (Nederlandse NBS). Blue, white, and orange armband, with “ORANJE” ink stamps and a lion within a circle. Several copies of “De Vliegende Hollander” are included. Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€20 - 50

Netherlands, War Commemorative Cross and medals fo

790 - Netherlands, War Commemorative Cross and medals for Order and Peace (KNIL Ereteken voor Orde en Vrede). A War Commemorative Cross (Oorlogsherinneringskruis) in good condition and two KNIL Ereteken voor Orde en Vrede medals, one with the 1947–1948 clasps, the other with the 1946–1949 clasps. Awarded for maintaining order in the Dutch East Indies. A MOVEO badge for assisting the seriously wounded. Good condition. Netherlands, War Commemorative Cross and Order and Peace medals (KNIL Ereteken vo

Estimation

€20 - 50

Netherlands, Order of Orange-Nassau medals and bad

791 - Netherlands, Order of Orange-Nassau medals and badges. A Member’s Cross of the Order of Orange-Nassau, with its ribbon, in its case. A second cross on its own. A Commander’s diploma from 1935 and a guide to the Order. A bronze medal of honor. A Princess Irene badge and a physical fitness badge. Good condition. Netherlands, Order of Orange-Nassau decorations and badges. One Member’s Cross of the Order of Orange-Nassau, with its ribbon and presentation case. A second cross without accessorie

Estimation

€50 - 100

Brabant Revolution, proclamation by the Duke of Sa

792 - Brabant Revolution, proclamation by the Duke of Saxe-Teschen, and Gazette van Antwerpen. Proclamation on paper concerning deserters who wish to join Armand-Louis de Bethune-Charost’s army against the Austrian army. Circa 1790. Fleur-de-lis watermark. Dimensions approximately 38 × 31 cm. A few mounting holes and creases. Included is issue No. 77 of the Gazette van Antwerpen from 1789. Normal wear and tear. Brabant Revolution, proclamation by the Duke of Saxe-Teschen and Gazette van Antwerpen

Estimation

€20 - 50

Collection of documents on Belgium under French ad

793 - Collection of documents on Belgium under French administration, from 1795 to 1814, and assignats. From the First Republic and the Empire periods. The 1804 Gazette de Liège, prefecture of the Escaut department, civil registry documents and notarial deeds, a nice collection of assignats and various documents. Normal wear and patina. Collection of documents relating to Belgium under French administration, 1795–1814, and assignats. From the periods of the First Republic and the Empire. An 1804 is

Estimation

€40 - 80

Documents of Belgian soldiers from the Grande Armé

794 - Documents of Belgian soldiers from the Grande Armée, 1811–1812. Death certificate of a soldier from Overijse in 1812. A folio-sized paper document certifying the death of Jean-Baptiste-Joseph Branckaer, born in 1790 in Overijse (referred to as “Overyssche” in the document), a soldier in the 103rd Line Regiment of the French Imperial Army, who died of illness in December 1812 at the Hospital of the Philippines in Valladolid, Spain. Some creases, foxing, and stains. Good condition. A letter

Estimation

€20 - 40

Belgian-Dutch cavalry lance. Based on the French M

795 - Belgian-Dutch cavalry lance. Based on the French M1823 model, with a total length of 2.85 meters. The iron shaft and lance butt have a triangular cross-section; both are marked with stamps and hallmarks depicting a “T” surmounted by a lion and the letters “GD” surmounted by a crown. With a tricolor pennant in the colors of the Netherlands, sewn onto the straps. Normal wear and patina. Belgian-Dutch cavalry lance. Based on the French M1823 pattern, with an overall length of 2.85 meters. T

Estimation

€120 - 300

A collection of memorabilia and medals from the 18

796 - A collection of memorabilia and medals from the 1830 Revolution. A painted plaster figurine depicting a veteran of the 1830 Revolution, medals from veterans and fraternal associations, as well as from the Civic Guard. Signs of wear and patina. Collection of memorabilia and medals from the 1830 Revolution. A painted plaster figurine depicting a veteran of 1830, medals from veterans and fraternal associations, and the Civic Guard. Wear from use and patina.

Estimation

€30 - 100

Belgian officer's gorget, 1831 model. Brass gorget

797 - Belgian officer's gorget, 1831 model. Brass gorget with silver-plated fittings, displaying a very attractive patina. Belgian officer's gorget, 1831 pattern. Brass gorget with silver-plated fittings, displaying a very attractive patina.

Estimation

€100 - 200

Belgian musician’s shako plate, circa 1840. Very r

798 - Belgian musician’s shako plate, circa 1840. Very rare shako plate dating from approximately 1830 to 1845, made of stamped brass, depicting the Belgian lion on a base adorned with an applied lyre. Traces of silver plating remain. Marked “E. FONSON BRUXELLES” on the base. One of the fasteners on the back is missing. Surface oxidation, wear, and patina. An uncommon piece. Belgian musician’s shako plate, circa 1840. Very rare stamped-brass shako plate dating from approximately 1830 to 1845,

Estimation

€40 - 100

M1836 saber, known as the cuirassier saber. M1836

799 - M1836 saber, known as the cuirassier saber. M1836 saber, known as the cuirassier saber, but also intended for noncommissioned officers and mounted officers of the infantry. Wooden hilt, worn and slightly worm-eaten, missing its shagreen covering. Guard decorated with a lion within a laurel wreath. Double-edged blade showing slight oxidation. No scabbard. Signs of wear. Non-commissioned officer’s sword, likely Model 1845, subject to confirmation of the year of manufacture, with a guard adorned

Estimation

€30 - 100

Belgian cuirassier helmet plate, Model 1843. Stamp

800 - Belgian cuirassier helmet plate, Model 1843. Stamped brass plate featuring a lion’s head. The fasteners are present on the reverse. A small section of the mane is missing at the 11 o’clock position; shows signs of normal wear and patina. Belgian cuirassier helmet plate, Model 1843. Stamped brass plate featuring a lion’s head. The fasteners are present on the reverse. A small section of the mane is missing at the 11 o’clock position; shows signs of wear and patina.

Estimation

€100 - 200

Belgian officer’s gorget, Model 1845. Silver-plate

801 - Belgian officer’s gorget, Model 1845. Silver-plated metal gorget with gilt fittings. One of the wing nuts securing the central element and the lining are missing. Belgian officer’s gorget, Model 1845. Silver-plated metal gorget with gilt fittings. One of the wing nuts securing the central element and the lining are missing.

Estimation

€50 - 100

Grenadier Regiment shako plate. Made of stamped br

802 - Grenadier Regiment shako plate. Made of stamped brass, depicting a lion holding an oval shield bearing King Leopold’s monogram. The base is adorned with a raised white-metal grenadier emblem, surrounded by laurel and oak. Good condition, with signs of wear and patina. Grenadier Regiment shako plate. Stamped brass depicting a lion holding an oval shield bearing King Leopold’s monogram. The base features an applied white-metal grenadier emblem surrounded by laurel and oak leaves. Good conditio

Estimation

€30 - 80

Belgian cavalry officer’s saber. Curved blade with

803 - Belgian cavalry officer’s saber. Curved blade with a flat back and a hollow cross-section, bearing a partially legible inscription on the flat side: “BLONDEL BRUXELLES.” Bronze hilt chased with plant and floral motifs. Pommel with a long tail, chased with palmettes and laurel leaves. Grip with filigree. Iron scabbard with a loop and an asymmetrical tip. Signs of normal wear. Belgian cavalry officer’s saber. Curved blade with a flat spine and fuller, bearing the partially legible marking

Estimation

€50 - 150

Belgian infantry officer’s saber, Model 1850, with

804 - Belgian infantry officer’s saber, Model 1850, with a leather strap. Inspired by the French Model 1845 saber. Slightly curved blade with a flat back, hollow edge, and blood groove, marked “FONSON et Cie Bruxelles.” Bronze mount with a single joint arch; guard and crossguard chased with floral motifs. Horn hilt; filigree present but detached on the side of the guard. Leather sword knot with two bronze sliders chased with floral motifs. Iron scabbard with two loop rings. Signs of normal wear.

Estimation

€50 - 100

A military sabre, known as the “Dutch” model, in s

805 - A military sabre, known as the “Dutch” model, in service with the army and the Civic Guard from 1830 until World War I. Serial number on the back of the grip. Slightly curved blade with minimal oxidation. Full-leather scabbard with its tab; damaged pommel. Wear and patina. Trooper’s infantry hanger, known as the Dutch pattern, used by the army and the Civic Guard from 1830 until World War I. Service number on the back of the grip. Slightly curved blade with minimal oxidation. All-leather s

Estimation

€30 - 80

Lot consisting of three medals awarded to veterans

806 - Lot consisting of three medals awarded to veterans of the 1870–1871 war bearing the effigy of King Leopold II, a commemorative medal established in 1911 by King Albert I, and a “FeDeRATION 1870–71” brooch. Shows signs of normal wear and has a patina. Set comprising three medals for veterans of 1870–1871 bearing the likeness of King Leopold II, a commemorative medal instituted in 1911 by King Albert I, and a clasp inscribed “FeDeRATION 1870-71.” Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€20 - 30

Rare civilian bayonet for a pillar-type rifle, fro

807 - Rare civilian bayonet for a pillar-type rifle, from the second half of the 19th century. Straight blade with a flat back, 56.4 cm long. Grooved horn handle. Crossguard with two quillons. Secured by two rectangular-section loops and a leaf spring. No markings. Overall length 69.4 cm. Without scabbard. Good condition. Rare civilian bayonet for a pillar-breech rifle, dating from the second half of the 19th century. Straight blade with a flat spine, 56.4 cm long. Ribbed horn grip. Crossguard with tw

Estimation

€200 - 500

Belgian tunic in navy blue gabardine. Red piping a

808 - Belgian tunic in navy blue gabardine. Red piping at the bottom of the sleeves. All buttons are present and adorned with two crossed cannons. Collar tabs in navy blue cloth with red piping, three silver stars, and silver cannetille braid. Double-lined with black cotton. Blank label from tailor C. Berteau, Brussels, in the left inner pocket. Wear and patina. Condition II+. Belgian tunic in navy-blue gabardine. Red piping at the cuffs. All buttons present, bearing crossed cannons. Navy-blue collar

Estimation

€300 - 400

Civic Guard infantry kepi with its pompom, red bra

809 - Civic Guard infantry kepi with its pompom, red braid, and buttons featuring the Civic Guard’s lion emblem. Composite hunter’s kepi in green cloth, with a black velvet band and yellow piping. False chinstrap attached to hunting-horn buttons. Rounded brim lined with green sheepskin. Green pompom. Signs of normal wear. Civic Guard infantry kepi with pompom, red braid, and Civic Guard lion buttons. Composite chasseur kepi in green cloth with a black velvet band and yellow piping. False chinstrap

Estimation

€50 - 120

Dark green cloth dolman, fastened with six green-d

810 - Dark green cloth dolman, fastened with six green-dyed goat-hair braids and covered toggle buttons. Collar and cuffs in black velvet. Second captain’s rank insignia in the shape of a spearhead. Signs of wear, a few stains, traces of moisture, and insect cocoons. Dark-green cloth dolman fastened with six green-dyed goat-hair braids and covered toggle buttons. Black velvet collar and cuffs. Spearhead-shaped rank insignia of a junior captain. Signs of wear, some stains, traces of moisture, and ins

Estimation

€100 - 350

Blackened wooden spear, with a total length of 2.7

811 - Blackened wooden spear, with a total length of 2.75 m. Asymmetrical cruciform-section spearhead, crowned “P” proof mark and letters “GB.” Side straps with three fastening balls. Iron ferrule. Tricolor pennant. Good condition, signs of use. Blackened wooden lance, total length 2.75 m. Asymmetrical cruciform-section spearhead, crowned “P” proof mark and letters “GB”. Side straps with three fastening studs. Iron butt shoe. Tricolor pennant. Good condition, signs of use.

Estimation

€120 - 300

Hat with a red cord and a tricolor cockade. Metal

812 - Hat with a red cord and a tricolor cockade. Metal numeral “2” on the cord, indicating the regiment number. Black sheepskin sweatband. Signs of wear and patina. Hat with red cord and tricolor cockade. Metal numeral “2” on the cord indicating the regiment number. Black leather sweatband. Signs of wear and patina.

Estimation

€60 - 150

Black fur cap, adorned on the front with a gold gr

813 - Black fur cap, adorned on the front with a gold grenade and a tricolor pompom. Chin strap fasteners with lion’s paw motifs; chin strap missing. Leather inner lining with wolf-tooth pattern. Interior markings indicating the date 1883 and a serial number. Some missing fur, tears, and normal wear and tear. Black-fur bearskin cap with a gilt grenade badge at the front and a tricolor pompom. Lion-mask chinstrap fittings; chinstrap missing. Leather interior lining with scalloped edges. Interior mark

Estimation

€100 - 300

Belt plates for enlisted and officer ranks of the

814 - Belt plates for enlisted and officer ranks of the Scout Chasseurs, as well as for enlisted and officer ranks of the Civic Guard infantry. Complete and in good condition. Signs of use and patina. Belt plates for enlisted and officer ranks of the scout chasseurs, and for enlisted and officer ranks of the Civic Guard infantry. Complete and in good condition. Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€50 - 100

Set of four grenadier belt plates. Made of brass o

815 - Set of four grenadier belt plates. Made of brass or gilt brass, with a grenade motif. Good condition, signs of use.

Estimation

€50 - 100

Set of four belt plates from the military band, en

816 - Set of four belt plates from the military band, engineers, and artillery. Made of brass or silver-plated brass, featuring the insignia of the respective branches. Good condition, with signs of wear and patina. Set of four military band, engineer, and artillery belt plates. Made of brass or silver-plated brass, bearing the respective branch insignia. Good condition, with signs of wear and patina.

Estimation

€30 - 80

Set of six Belgian officers’ buckles. Army and Civ

817 - Set of six Belgian officers’ buckles. Army and Civic Guard buckles in brass or nickel silver, including one bearing the monogram of Albert I. Includes a shield-shaped shoulder strap plate featuring a lion, with a small chain. Signs of wear and patina. Set of six Belgian officers’ buckles. Army and Civic Guard buckles in brass or nickel silver, including one bearing the monogram of Albert I. Accompanied by a lion-decorated shield-shaped shoulder-belt plate with a small chain. Signs of use and

Estimation

€30 - 80

Black fur cap, adorned on the front with a gold po

818 - Black fur cap, adorned on the front with a gold pomegranate, a tricolor pompom with a yellow section made of cannetille, a red plume, and a gold tulip. Gold-chain chinstrap, brown leather sweatband, and red silk lining. In good condition, with normal signs of wear. Black fur bearskin cap with a gilt grenade badge at the front, a tricolor pompom with a gold-bullion yellow section, a red plume, and a gilt plume socket. Gilt chain chinstrap, brown leather sweatband, and red silk lining. Fine condit

Estimation

€400 - 1,000

1889-style dolman in dark green cloth, with scarle

819 - 1889-style dolman in dark green cloth, with scarlet collar and sleeve facings and staff insignia in the shape of thunderbolts on the collar. Second captain’s Hungarian knots on the sleeves. Black lining and red sheepskin belt reinforcement. Label from tailor Joseph Simons, in Brussels. Straight-leg trousers in scarlet wool cloth with two green stripes. Buttons bearing the mark of tailor P. Ossieur, in Ypres. In fine condition. Model 1889 dolman in dark green wool cloth, with scarlet collar and

Estimation

€300 - 800

A rare Belgian saber with a foreign-style guard. T

820 - A rare Belgian saber with a foreign-style guard. The steel mount is engraved and openworked with plant motifs. The blade is slightly curved with a round back and marked by the manufacturer Auguste Fonson in Brussels. The wooden grip is heavily worn and has lost its fittings. Iron scabbard with two suspension rings. Extensive oxidation throughout the entire piece. Includes a child’s ceremonial saber with a lion’s head pommel. Worn, in fair condition. Uncommon Belgian saber with a foreign-styl

Estimation

€40 - 100

A very attractive silver-plated collar, adorned wi

821 - A very attractive silver-plated collar, adorned with a Belgian lion bearing Leopold’s monogram and brass-inlaid lion’s paws. Patina. Non-commissioned officer’s sword with bronze hilt and Belgian lion on the guard. Poor condition, heavily oxidized blade, missing grip wire, and no scabbard. Attractive silver-plated metal gorget featuring a Belgian lion with Leopold’s monogram and applied brass lion-head ornaments. Patina. Non-commissioned officer’s sword with a bronze hilt and a Belgian

Estimation

€40 - 100

Two short sabers with slightly curved blades and w

822 - Two short sabers with slightly curved blades and white metal mountings. One was intended for an infantry noncommissioned officer, with a two-pronged guard, one prong of which is chiseled. The other intended for mounted troops, with a three-bar guard, all smooth. Leather and nickel-silver scabbards. Gendarmerie or Civic Guard. Normal wear and patina. Two short sabers with slightly curved blades and white-metal hilts. One is for a dismounted non-commissioned officer, with a two-bar guard, one bar

Estimation

€50 - 150

Belgian tailcoat-style jacket in navy blue cloth.

823 - Belgian tailcoat-style jacket in navy blue cloth. Full set of buttons adorned with two crossed cannons. Back features red cloth peplum, decorated with flames in gold cannetille. Gold braid on the sleeves and gold-bullion shoulder straps. Beige padded fabric lining. Some seams have been repaired. Wear, patina, and moth holes. Condition II+. Belgian tailcoat-style uniform tunic in navy-blue wool cloth. Complete set of buttons bearing crossed cannons. Rear tails in red cloth decorated with gold-bul

Estimation

€300 - 500

Cardboard shako covered in fine dark blue, almost

824 - Cardboard shako covered in fine dark blue, almost black, wool cloth. Short visor. Cockade bearing King Leopold’s monogram, with braiding and a button featuring the caduceus. Hungarian bow made of braid on top. Red lining bearing the hot-stamped gold mark of the manufacturer A. Fonson. Signs of wear and patina. Shako made of cardboard covered in fine dark blue, almost black, wool cloth. Short visor. Cockade bearing King Leopold’s monogram, with braid and a caduceus button. Braided Hungarian k

Estimation

€60 - 150

Officer’s shako of the 2nd Mounted Chasseurs Regim

825 - Officer’s shako of the 2nd Mounted Chasseurs Regiment. Covered in scarlet cloth, with a short, square visor. Composite assembly. Cockade, gold braid, pompom, and white plume. Chinstrap restored, with white metal rings and red cloth. Very fine restoration. Officer’s shako of the 2nd Mounted Chasseurs Regiment. Body covered in scarlet cloth, with a short, square visor. Composite assembly. Cockade, gold braid, pompom, and white plume. Replaced chinstrap with white-metal rings and red cloth. Ver

Estimation

€80 - 150

Set of booklets and a grenadier identification tag

826 - Set of booklets and a grenadier identification tag. Classes of 1887, 1891, and 1893, a bronze plaque, a button, a postcard, a medal-plaque awarded to Lieutenant Colonel Rucq, a physician, for the campaigns from 1914 to 1918, as well as a World War I grenadier’s identity tag. Group of Grenadiers’ booklets and an identity tag. Draft classes of 1887, 1891, and 1893; a bronze plaque, a button, a postcard, a commemorative plaque-medal awarded to Lieutenant Colonel Rucq, a medical officer, for the

Estimation

€30 - 60

Model 1893 officer’s shako of the 13th Line Regime

827 - Model 1893 officer’s shako of the 13th Line Regiment. A fine shako belonging to a junior officer of the 13th Line Regiment of Mons. Very attractive gilded badge. Red silk lining bearing the hot-stamped mark of the manufacturer Hoogaert, of Brussels. With a red-and-gold pompom. Signs of use and patina. Model 1893 officer’s shako of the 13th Line Regiment. Fine shako belonging to a junior officer of the 13th Line Regiment of Mons. Very attractive gilt plate. Red silk lining bearing the hot-sta

Estimation

€200 - 400

Saber of the 2nd Guides Regiment. Model 1822–1873,

828 - Saber of the 2nd Guides Regiment. Model 1822–1873, modified in 1894; checkered wooden tang; brass mount with a four-pronged guard. Unit mark “D” in a circle for the 2nd Guides, serial number 109. Slightly curved blade with a flat back and hollow edge. Iron scabbard with a suspension ring. Signs of wear and patina. Saber of the 2nd Guides Regiment. Model 1822–1873, modified in 1894, with a checkered wooden grip and brass hilt with a four-bar guard. Unit marking “D” within a circle for

Estimation

€150 - 300

Belgian cavalry officer’s saber. Curved blade with

829 - Belgian cavalry officer’s saber. Curved blade with a flat back and hollow edge, bearing the marking “E.F.” on the flat side on either side of a saber—possibly that of E. Fonson. Bronze hilt chiseled with plant and floral motifs. The pommel has a long tail decorated with palmettes and laurel leaves. The grip features filigree work. The iron scabbard has a loop for the scabbard cord and an asymmetrical tip. Shows signs of normal wear. Belgian cavalry officer’s saber. Curved blade with a

Estimation

€50 - 150

Set of lifesaving medals from the reign of Leopold

830 - Set of lifesaving medals from the reign of Leopold II. Two Laeken medals, one Anderlecht lifesaving medal, and medals from the Central Society of Lifesavers of Belgium. Included are two medals from the reign of Leopold II, 1865–1909, as well as one unidentified medal. Shows normal wear and patina. Group of lifesaving medals from the reign of Leopold II. Two medals from Laeken, one from the Anderlecht Lifesavers, and medals from the Central Society of Belgian Lifesavers. Also included are two m

Estimation

€20 - 80

Trowel used for laying the cornerstone of the Gren

831 - Trowel used for laying the cornerstone of the Grenadiers Barracks on Rue des Petits Carmes. A rare and unique item, this engraved trowel commemorates the laying of the cornerstone of the Petits Carmes Barracks by Captain Lartigue on July 28, 1897. There may be a connection to General Lartigue of the Corps of Engineers, who was killed in 1943 by Rexist militiamen. A grenadier belt plate is attached to it. Slight oxidation and patina. Foundation-stone trowel from the Grenadiers’ barracks on Rue

Estimation

€30 - 100

Belgian military headdress insignia. A kepi badge

832 - Belgian military headdress insignia. A kepi badge from the 10th Line Regiment, a badge from the 4th Lancers Regiment, a metal cockade, and a yellow wool kepi braid. Signs of use and patina. Belgian military headdress insignia. One kepi badge from the 10th Line Regiment, one badge from the 4th Lancers Regiment, a metal cockade, and a yellow wool kepi braid. Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€20 - 60

Set of medals for veterans and former servicemen f

833 - Set of medals for veterans and former servicemen from the reign of Leopold II. Medals for former servicemen, former non-commissioned officers, and veterans, notably from Contich, Anderlecht, and Berchem-Sainte-Agathe. Two long-service medals and two medals for children of military personnel. Normal wear and patina. Group of veterans’ and former servicemen’s medals from the reign of Leopold II. Medals for former servicemen, former non-commissioned officers, and veterans, including those from

Estimation

€20 - 80

Set of epaulets and insignia from the Civic Guard.

834 - Set of epaulets and insignia from the Civic Guard. Pair of gilded epaulettes with buttons bearing the coat of arms of the City of Brussels and lyres embroidered in silver cannetille, musicians’ insignia, and a pair of scarlet shoulder cords. Two pairs of Civic Guard officers’ trefoil shoulder cords. Signs of wear and patina. Set of Civic Guard epaulettes and insignia. Pair of gold-colored epaulettes with City of Brussels buttons and lyres embroidered in silver bullion, musicians’ insignia,

Estimation

€30 - 100

A collection of patriotic items from the reign of

835 - A collection of patriotic items from the reign of Leopold II. Napkin ring and multifunctional pocket knife from the 1905 celebrations, medal, Civic Guard medal, engraving of the 1909 Brussels Artillery Division banquet featuring a cartridge pouch, glasses bearing Leopold’s effigy, and various other items, including civil and school medals. Signs of wear and patina. Collection of patriotic objects from the reign of Leopold II. Napkin ring and multifunction pocketknife from the 1905 celebrations

Estimation

€20 - 60

Set of six antique shooting trophies. Civilian and

836 - Set of six antique shooting trophies. Civilian and military awards, some of which are dated, including “Brussels Gun Club Grand Handicap 1908, Lt. van Tilt” and another marked “Concours 1908.” Signs of use and patina. Group of six antique shooting prizes. Civilian and military awards, some dated, including “Brussels Gun Club Grand Handicap 1908, Lt van Tilt” and another marked “Concours 1908.” Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€20 - 80

Postcards from the early days of Belgian aviation.

837 - Postcards from the early days of Belgian aviation. Set of twelve postcards, including those from the 1909 Antwerp Aviation Week (“Antwerpen Luchtvaartweek”), the Stockel Aviation Fortnight, and various others. Signs of wear and patina. Postcards from the early days of Belgian aviation. Set of twelve postcards, including the 1909 Antwerp Aviation Week (“Antwerpen Luchtvaartweek”), the Stockel Aviation Fortnight, and various others. Signs of wear and patina.

Estimation

€20 - 40

Set of one hundred postcards and a brochure on the

838 - Set of one hundred postcards and a brochure on the Belgian Army before 1914. A very nice collection of postcards, mostly in color, depicting the uniforms of the various branches of the Belgian Army, including the lancers, the guides, the infantry, and the artillery, as well as a panoramic leaflet on the Belgian Army. Some of the postcards have been mailed, others have not. Shows normal wear and tear. Set of one hundred postcards and a leaflet on the Belgian Army before 1914. A fine collection of

Estimation

€20 - 40

Civic Guard officer’s saber. White metal mount; fo

839 - Civic Guard officer’s saber. White metal mount; four-pronged guard, with the three secondary prongs chiseled. Short, chiseled pommel. Horn grip with filigree. Blade with a flat spine and hollow edge. Leather and nickel silver scabbard, with a suspension ring on the chape. The blade does not fit entirely into the scabbard. A metal loop. Signs of wear and patina. Mounted officer’s saber of the Civic Guard. White-metal hilt with a four-bar guard, the three secondary bars chased. Short chased po

Estimation

€30 - 100

Earthenware from the Liège Civic Guard. Four plate

840 - Earthenware from the Liège Civic Guard. Four plates from the Liège Civic Guard Shooting Club, a “Liège 1914” cup, and a water pitcher. Also included are a biscuit-porcelain figurine depicting a soldier wearing a Corsican hat—whose bayonet and knapsack are broken and have missing pieces—as well as an ashtray depicting a soldier. Signs of wear and patina. Earthenware items from the Liège Civic Guard. Four plates from the Liège Civic Guard shooting club, a “Liège 1914” cup, and a

Estimation

€20 - 40

Civic Guard scout’s hat. A so-called “Corsican” ha

841 - Civic Guard scout’s hat. A so-called “Corsican” hat, part of the full dress uniform, worn by a scout in the Civic Guard. Features green cords, a plume, and a fabric cockade. Brown sheepskin sweatband. On the underside of the hat, an old label reading “H. Piron Architecte Bruxelles.” Signs of wear. Civic Guard scout-rifleman’s hat. Corsican-style full-dress hat of a Civic Guard scout-rifleman, complete with green cords, plume, and fabric cockade. Brown sheepskin sweatband. An old labe

Estimation

€100 - 300

Civic Guard scout-rifleman’s hat. A so-called “Cor

842 - Civic Guard scout-rifleman’s hat. A so-called “Corsican” hat worn by a Civic Guard scout-rifleman, dating from the early 20th century. Features green cords, a white plume, and a pompon. Black sheepskin sweatband. Signs of wear. Civic Guard scout-rifleman’s hat. Early twentieth-century Corsican-style hat of a Civic Guard scout-rifleman, with green cords, white plume, and pompom. Black sheepskin sweatband. Signs of use.

Estimation

€80 - 200

Belgian kepi made of dark cloth. Dark blue, almost

843 - Belgian kepi made of dark cloth. Dark blue, almost black, with red piping. Faux chin strap made of cloth, fastened with lion-shaped buttons. Metal numerals “12” on the front. Rounded peak, cracked and re-glued. Black silk lining. Wear, snags, and a tear. Belgian kepi in dark cloth. Very dark blue, almost black cloth with red piping. Faux cloth chinstrap attached with lion-design buttons. Metal numerals “12” on the front. Rounded peak, cracked and re-glued. Black silk lining. Wear, snags,

Estimation

€50 - 200

Archives of Second Lieutenant Rene Brabant of the

844 - Archives of Second Lieutenant Rene Brabant of the 12th Line Regiment, from 1913 to 1920. A fine collection of documents concerning Rene Brabant, a native of Theux and an officer in the 12th Line Regiment, including three buttons from the 12th, three documents from his time in the militia, twenty-two original photographs from the war, five postcards, a nomination for an honorary distinction, personal correspondence, a 1920 Official Gazette containing his citation, and two issues of the *Messager

Estimation

€20 - 50

Patriotic collection of mounted troops. A very bea

845 - Patriotic collection of mounted troops. A very beautiful photographic portrait of a lancier officer with a General Staff commission, and a patriotic souvenir engraving of a soldier. Three screen-printed tin boxes featuring motifs of Belgian lanciers. Signs of wear, patina.

Estimation

€10 - 50

A lovely painted, articulated wooden figurine depi

846 - A lovely painted, articulated wooden figurine depicting a Belgian infantryman from before 1914. Signs of wear and patina. Included is a colorized photographic portrait of a soldier from the 3rd Line Regiment. Attractive, articulated, painted wooden figurine depicting a Belgian infantryman from before 1914. Shows signs of wear and patina. Accompanied by a colorized photographic portrait of a soldier from the 3rd Line Regiment.

Estimation

€10 - 30

Belgian Red Cross Medal of Recognition, featuring

847 - Belgian Red Cross Medal of Recognition, featuring an enameled cross in the center of the obverse, awarded in 1919 to Mrs. Leon Petit. Mr. and Mrs. Petit rescued the wounded during the Battle of Charleroi in August 1914 and converted their home into a field hospital. The reverse features the coat of arms of the Kingdom and the motto “L’union fait la force.” In its case by Jules Fonson, art medals. Patina. Belgian Red Cross Medal of Recognition, featuring an enameled cross at the center of t

Estimation

€30 - 60

Regulation cap, Model 1886, also known as a “camem

848 - Regulation cap, Model 1886, also known as a “camembert,” made of dark blue cloth, with a red band and red piping, a tricolor cockade, and the number 14 in cloth. Lined with black sheepskin and stamped with white ink. The 14th Line Regiment was stationed in Liège. A few snags and very small moth holes; otherwise in good condition. Regulation Model 1886 forage cap, also known as a “camembert,” in dark blue cloth with a red band and piping, a tricolor cockade, and the numeral 14 in cloth.

Estimation

€200 - 700

1886-model cap, also known as a “camembert,” made

849 - 1886-model cap, also known as a “camembert,” made of dark blue cloth, with a red band and piping, a tricolor cockade, and the number 14 in cloth. No lining. The 14th Line Regiment was stationed in Liège. A few snags and very small moth holes; otherwise in good condition. Note that the number 14 mentioned in the description differs from the 12th Regiment indicated in the title. Model 1886 forage cap, also known as a “camembert,” made of dark blue cloth with a red band and piping, a trico

Estimation

€40 - 200

Two leather first-aid kits, of the type carried in

850 - Two leather first-aid kits, of the type carried in soldiers’ pockets. The first, adorned with a red cross, contains empty vials for ether, peppermint oil, camphor alcohol, and an elixir for cramps. The second, stamped with a winged wheel—perhaps a railway emblem—contains an instruction sheet, various vials, and cotton wool. The leather is slightly dry, with signs of wear and a patina. Two leather pocket medical kits of the type carried by soldiers. The first, marked with a red cross, conta

Estimation

€20 - 80

A half-size long-service medal of the 3rd Chasseur

851 - A half-size long-service medal of the 3rd Chasseurs Regiment, an identity tag belonging to a soldier of the 1st Foot Chasseurs Regiment, a veterans’ armband, and a veterans’ pennant. Signs of wear and patina. A half-size long-service medal of the 3rd Chasseurs Regiment, an identity tag belonging to a soldier of the 1st Foot Chasseurs Regiment, a veterans’ armband, and a small veterans’ pennant. Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€20 - 60

Two buttons from the 5th Regiment, a shako plate f

852 - Two buttons from the 5th Regiment, a shako plate from the 6th Regiment mounted on a pad, a metal “7,” a photo pin depicting soldiers from the 7th Regiment, and a medal. A very fine set consisting of a shako plate and a pompon from an officer’s shako of the 7th Regiment, in superb condition. Two buttons from the 5th Regiment, a shako plate from the 6th mounted on a small cushion, a metal numeral 7, a photographic brooch depicting soldiers from the 7th, and a medal. A particularly fine set c

Estimation

€80 - 200

A shako plate in its as-found condition, with oxid

853 - A shako plate in its as-found condition, with oxidation and patina. Two enameled lapel badges depicting a police cap from the 9th Regiment. A medal from the regiment’s former non-commissioned officers’ association, a photo card, and a humorous postcard. Signs of wear and patina. An enlisted man’s shako plate in as-found condition, with oxidation and patina. Two enameled lapel badges depicting a forage cap of the 9th Regiment. A medal from the regiment’s former non-commissioned officers��

Estimation

€30 - 60

A photograph pin of a soldier from the 2nd Regimen

854 - A photograph pin of a soldier from the 2nd Regiment, an engraved brass bracelet plate belonging to a soldier from the 4th Line Regiment originally from Liège, an aluminum bracelet belonging to a machine gunner of the 22nd, and a silver plate belonging to Reserve Major Edward Ghys of the 22nd Line Regiment. Signs of wear and patina. A photographic brooch of a soldier of the 2nd Regiment, an engraved brass bracelet plate belonging to a soldier of the 4th Line Regiment from Liège, an aluminum bra

Estimation

€30 - 60

Buttons, a brooch, a pendant, a pincushion shaped

855 - Buttons, a brooch, a pendant, a pincushion shaped like a police cap, and two identity bracelets belonging to soldiers of the 13th Regiment from Aalst and Vedelghem. Signs of wear and patina. Buttons, a brooch, a pendant, a pincushion shaped like a forage cap, and two identity bracelets belonging to soldiers of the 13th Regiment from Aalst and Vedelghem. Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€30 - 70

Identification tags and buttons from the 1st, 10th

856 - Identification tags and buttons from the 1st, 10th, and 20th Line Regiments of Ath and Arlon. Identity tag of a soldier from the 1st Regiment, bracelet of a soldier from the 10th Regiment originally from Diegem, buttons from the 10th Regiment, and identity tag of a soldier from the 20th Regiment, formed in 1916 from elements of the 10th Regiment. Signs of wear and patina. Identity tags and buttons from the 1st, 10th, and 20th Line Regiments of Ath and Arlon. Tag belonging to a soldier of the 1st

Estimation

€20 - 50

Memorabilia from the lancers, guides, and mounted

857 - Memorabilia from the lancers, guides, and mounted chasseurs. A button from the 1st Lancers Regiment, a cabinet or storage plaque belonging to a soldier from the 2nd Lancers Regiment of Liège, an identity tag from the 1st Guides, and a death notice for a mounted chasseur who fell in October 1918. Signs of wear and patina. Memorabilia of the Lancers, Guides, and Mounted Chasseurs. A button from the 1st Lancers, a locker or storage identification plate belonging to a soldier of the 2nd Lancers fro

Estimation

€30 - 60

Identification tags and mementos from the Engineer

858 - Identification tags and mementos from the Engineer Corps and the Transport Corps. Portrait of an engineer soldier, a metal insignia, and an identification tag belonging to a soldier from Vielsalm in the 3rd Engineer Regiment. Two tags from the Transport Corps of the 1st and 5th Army Divisions, as well as a beautifully engraved medal belonging to a sergeant in the Transport Corps of the 5th Division. Signs of wear and patina. Identity tags and memorabilia of the Engineers and Transport Corps. Por

Estimation

€20 - 50

Statue of a line infantry soldier. The statue depi

859 - Statue of a line infantry soldier. The statue depicts a Belgian soldier in field uniform, lying on the ground—likely wounded—and sounding the charge. The base bears the motto “To our brave line regiments.” Signed P. De Soete and dated, probably 1914. Alloy with a dark patina, featuring a hole in the back and a few small, barely visible holes. Wear and patina. Dimensions: 29 × 18 × 22 cm. Statue of a line infantry soldier. Statue depicting a Belgian soldier in field uniform lying on the

Estimation

€20 - 60

Two lance heads, a pennant, and a cavalry brooch.

860 - Two lance heads, a pennant, and a cavalry brooch. Two lance heads with triangular cross-sections, a Belgian tricolor pennant with three brass eyelets, and a brooch depicting a lancer surrounded by sparkling stones. Signs of wear and patina. Two lance heads, a cavalry pennant, and a brooch. Two lance heads with triangular cross-sections, a Belgian tricolor pennant with three brass eyelets, and a brooch depicting a lancer surrounded by sparkling stones. Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€20 - 60

Handcrafted souvenir knives from Fort Loncin. Kniv

861 - Handcrafted souvenir knives from Fort Loncin. Knives made from shell fragments, all engraved. One of them bears a dedication. Signs of use and patina. Handcrafted souvenir knives from Fort Loncin. Knives made from shell fragments, all engraved. One bears a dedication. Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€20 - 70

Brussels and its mayor, Adolphe Max, in 1914. A bi

862 - Brussels and its mayor, Adolphe Max, in 1914. A bilingual poster from Brussels dated September 16, 1914, showing tears, stains, and creases. One postcard, three brooches, one medallion, and one medal bearing the likeness of Adolphe Max. Signs of use and patina. Brussels and its mayor Adolphe Max in 1914. A bilingual Brussels poster dated September 16, 1914, with tears, stains, and creases. One postcard, three brooches, a medallion, and a medal depicting Adolphe Max. Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€20 - 60

Commemorative artifact from the shelling of Mechel

863 - Commemorative artifact from the shelling of Mechelen in September 1914. A superb painted shell depicting the destruction of St. Rumbold’s Cathedral in Mechelen in late September 1914. Completely hollow, it is mounted on a wooden base bearing an engraved plaque reading “Malines.” Total height 30 cm. Signs of wear and patina. Commemorative trench art depicting the shelling of Mechelen in September 1914. Superb painted shell depicting the destruction of St. Rumbold’s Cathedral in Mechelen i

Estimation

€30 - 100

A collection of memorabilia from Chasseurs, Scouts

864 - A collection of memorabilia from Chasseurs, Scouts, and Carabiniers. A veteran’s armband, a hunting-horn badge, an officer’s belt buckle, and part of a fourragere cord. Signs of use and patina. Group of Chasseurs, Scouts, and Carabiniers memorabilia. A veteran’s armband, a hunting-horn badge, an officer’s belt buckle, and part of a shoulder cord (fourragere). Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€20 - 50

Small personal items belonging to Belgian soldiers

865 - Small personal items belonging to Belgian soldiers. Wooden or metal button-cleaning guards, a clothes brush, a portable stove, and a horse comb. Some pieces are marked or bear serial numbers. Signs of use and patina. Small personal items belonging to Belgian soldiers. Wooden or metal button-cleaning guards, a clothes brush, a portable stove, and a horse comb. Some pieces bear markings or serial numbers. Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€40 - 80

Tobacco and Biscuits for Belgian Soldiers. Screen-

866 - Tobacco and Biscuits for Belgian Soldiers. Screen-printed metal tins for Belgian Army tobacco, including “Le Dragon,” a packet of “Viel Alost Ready” chewing tobacco, and a biscuit tin bearing the image of the royal couple. Signs of wear and patina. Tobacco and biscuits for Belgian soldiers. Screen-printed metal tobacco tins associated with the Belgian Army, including “Le Dragon,” a packet of “Viel Alost Ready” chewing tobacco, and a biscuit tin featuring the royal couple. Wear an

Estimation

€20 - 60

Town of Hal (Stad Halle), posters from the German

867 - Town of Hal (Stad Halle), posters from the German occupation. Set of ten public notices, dating from September 1914 to December 1918, concerning, among other things, requisitions and security. German occupation posters from the town of Hal (Halle). Signs of wear and patina. Town of Halle, posters from the German occupation. Set of ten public notices dating from September 1914 to December 1918, concerning requisitions and security, among other matters. German occupation posters from the town of H

Estimation

€50 - 100

A collection of Belgian Red Cross memorabilia from

868 - A collection of Belgian Red Cross memorabilia from the Great War. A set of Red Cross medals, badges, and brooches, including a Silver Class Order of the Red Cross with its miniature version. A table medal, a medallion, and a brooch honoring the heroines Marie Depage and Edith Cavell. A medallion of King Albert dating from 1914, sold to benefit the Red Cross. Signs of wear and patina. Collection of Belgian Red Cross memorabilia from the Great War. Collection of Red Cross medals, badges, and brooc

Estimation

€30 - 60

Trench art made from shells. Two inkwells made fro

869 - Trench art made from shells. Two inkwells made from British fuses, one British fuse engraved “Hyon 23 of August 1914,” mounted on a wooden base, and two shell-shaped containers. All pieces are completely empty and inert. Signs of use and patina. Trench art made from shell components. Two inkwells made from British shell fuzes, a British fuze engraved “Hyon 23 of August 1914” on a wooden base, and two shell-shaped containers. All pieces are completely empty and inert. Signs of use and pat

Estimation

€20 - 60

Trench crafts made from shell fragments. A large c

870 - Trench crafts made from shell fragments. A large collection of souvenirs made from shell fragments, including a picture frame, an ashtray, a fragment engraved “July 18–19, 1918,” a letter opener engraved “Wallhem 1914,” a large dagger, and several shell fragments. A very spectacular set. Wear, oxidation, and patina. Trench art made from shell fragments. Large collection of souvenirs made from shell fragments, including a photo frame, an ashtray, a fragment engraved “July 18–19, 191

Estimation

€30 - 100

Belgian combat dagger from 1914–1918. Made from a

871 - Belgian combat dagger from 1914–1918. Made from a bayonet modified by shortening the blade, removing the crossguard, the ferrule, and the spring, and shortening the scabbard. Total length without scabbard: 31.2 cm. Signs of use and patina. Belgian fighting dagger from 1914–1918. Made from a bayonet modified by shortening the blade, removing the quillon, socket, and spring, and shortening the scabbard. Overall length without scabbard: 31.2 cm. Signs of use and patina.

Estimation

€30 - 80

Large collection of postcards featuring the Belgia

872 - Large collection of postcards featuring the Belgian Army during the war. A set of 63 illustrated or photographic postcards of the Belgian Army during the war, showing some interesting details of the uniforms. In addition, there are 45 postcards depicting battlefields and destruction, as well as a panorama of the Yser battlefields. More than 100 items in total. Large collection of Belgian Army postcards from the war. Set of 63 illustrated or photographic postcards of the Belgian Army during the w

Estimation

€20 - 50

Small items belonging to a Belgian soldier. Small

873 - Small items belonging to a Belgian soldier. Small aluminum boxes with bayonet lids. Three were manufactured by A. Fonson in Brussels—and thus before 1914—and one by X. Buisset in Vilvoorde. Two bear serial numbers, and three are engraved in the style of trench craftsmanship. They could have held cigarettes, rolling tobacco, snuff, coffee, or chicory. Signs of wear and patina. Small personal items belonging to Belgian soldiers. Small aluminum tins with bayonet-style lids. Three were made by A

Estimation

€10 - 50

Religion during the Great War. Belgian tricolor co

874 - Religion during the Great War. Belgian tricolor cockade adorned with a Catholic cross, with a safety pin on the back. A Sacred Heart of Jesus pennant on a Belgian flag background, a pocket-sized Virgin Mary figure in its brass case, and a Knight’s Cross of the Order of St. Gregory the Great. Normal wear and patina. Religion during the Great War. Belgian tricolor cockade with a Catholic cross and a safety pin on the reverse. A Sacred Heart of Jesus pennant on a Belgian flag background, a pocket

Estimation

€20 - 60

Nurses and stretcher-bearers of the Great War. An

875 - Nurses and stretcher-bearers of the Great War. An emergency kit containing medical and surgical instruments, in a red morocco leather case. A Red Cross armband and a Belgian individual bandage. An empty, engraved stainless-steel medical box, donated by the American Red Cross to Belgian soldiers in Sainte-Adresse, the seat of the Belgian government during the war. A lifesaver’s medal from the reign of Leopold II. Signs of wear and patina. First World War stretcher-bearers and medical orderlies.

Estimation

€20 - 90

Set of trench crafts. A very attractive canister e

876 - Set of trench crafts. A very attractive canister entirely engraved with roses, bearing the inscription “Campaign 1914–1915,” a trinket box engraved with “Leon, souvenir of the 1914 war,” an engraved aluminum plaque with polychrome inlays, a ring, and a book-shaped lighter engraved with “1918.” Signs of wear and patina. Group of trench-art objects. Very attractive flask entirely engraved with roses and inscribed “Campagne 1914-1915,” a trinket tray engraved “Leon, souvenir de

Estimation

€20 - 60

Belgian soldiers’ identity tags and bracelets. Mai

877 - Belgian soldiers’ identity tags and bracelets. Mainly from World War I. Some pieces are uncommon, particularly those from searchlight units. An identity tag from Sainte-Adresse, in Normandy. Shows signs of wear and has a patina. Belgian soldiers’ identity tags and bracelets. Mainly from World War I. Some pieces are uncommon, including those associated with searchlight units. One tag from Sainte-Adresse in Normandy. Shows signs of wear and has a patina.

Estimation

€10 - 30

Mementos from Dixmude and a fragment of the Lamper

878 - Mementos from Dixmude and a fragment of the Lampernisse bell. A fragment of molten metal from the Lampernisse bell, in the Dixmude region. The church was bombed in December 1914, then dynamited by the Belgian military engineers in August 1915. This piece of the bell was recovered after these events. Two letter openers engraved with “Dixmude.” Signs of wear and patina. Diksmuide souvenirs and a fragment of the Lampernisse bell. A fragment of melted metal from the bell of Lampernisse, in the D

Estimation

€20 - 60

Belgian Chaplain’s Cross Medal. Belgisch Aalmoezen

879 - Belgian Chaplain’s Cross Medal. Belgisch Aalmoezenierskruis. Rare bronze Chaplain’s Cross with red and black enamel. Red ribbon with black and yellow stripes. Small trace of a sticker on the back of the ribbon. Unclaimed. Good condition with patina. Belgian Chaplain’s Cross medal. Belgisch Aalmoezenierskruis. Rare bronze Chaplain’s Cross with red and black enamel. Red ribbon with black and yellow stripes. Small adhesive-label mark on the reverse of the ribbon. Unclaimed. Good condition w

Estimation

€100 - 200

Set of two Belgian M1915 Adrian helmets. One compl

880 - Set of two Belgian M1915 Adrian helmets. One complete helmet with a second-pattern liner and chinstrap, showing oxidation, wear, and dents. One khaki shell without a liner, with the crest fasteners having been repaired. Signs of wear and patina. Pair of Belgian M1915 Adrian helmets. One complete helmet with a second-pattern liner and chinstrap, showing oxidation, wear, and dents. One khaki shell without a liner, with repaired crest fittings. Wear from use and patina.

Estimation

€60 - 120

Romantic-themed trench art. A very attractive coll

881 - Romantic-themed trench art. A very attractive collection of handcrafted aluminum pieces from World War I, including two with multicolored inlays. Three pendants, a brooch, and a bracelet with a photograph. Beautiful pieces. Showing signs of wear and patina. Romantic-themed trench art. A very attractive collection of handcrafted aluminum pieces from World War I, two of which feature multicolored inlays. Three pendants, a brooch, and a bracelet containing a photograph. Fine pieces. Showing signs o

Estimation

€20 - 60

Queen Elizabeth Medal for Nurses. A medal establis

882 - Queen Elizabeth Medal for Nurses. A medal established in 1916 to recognize dedication to wartime service. A version specifically designed for nurses and hospital staff, featuring an enameled red cross. It comes with its ribbon and presentation case, the bottom of which has come loose and the lid of which is adorned with the Kingdom’s coat of arms in gold leaf. Patina. Queen Elizabeth Medal for Nurses. Medal instituted in 1916 to recognize devoted wartime service. Version specifically intended

Estimation

€100 - 150

Belgian Model 1916 bayonet. For the Mauser M1889 r

883 - Belgian Model 1916 bayonet. For the Mauser M1889 rifle. Double-edged blade retaining much of its original patina. Total length of the bayonet, without scabbard, is 56.1 cm. Functional spring-loaded button. Iron scabbard. Good condition, with normal wear and patina. Belgian Model 1916 bayonet. For the Mauser M1889 rifle. Double-edged blade retaining much of its original blued finish. Overall bayonet length without scabbard: 56.1 cm. Functional spring-loaded release button. Iron scabbard. Good con

Estimation

€60 - 130

Belgian patriotic frames and objects. An oval fram

884 - Belgian patriotic frames and objects. An oval frame containing a photograph of a staff lieutenant colonel, surrounded by a tricolor embroidered mat bearing the inscription “1914–1916,” an oval frame with convex glass, featuring an embroidered card and photographs of the royal couple, and a cardboard box covered with paper, featuring a portrait of King Albert I. Patina. Belgian patriotic frames and objects. An oval frame containing a photograph of a staff lieutenant colonel, with a tricolor

Estimation

€20 - 40

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