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The originals are die stamped rather than cast like this one - and this appears to be made in several parts. The originals also have finer details and more skillful enamel work. I'd vote repro.

Both gorgeous - but that Jaeger is really something. Congrats Mike!

A kindred spirit! 😺 Lovely LGHR Krätzchen Zeb - it it marked?

That's awesome - yay history! 😺

Oh man that's terrible news Tony - your site is treasure trove for everyone here, and tons of others I am sure. I second the calls for a donation option, if that helps.(PayPal, Gofundme, etc.) You have a large, appreciative community that would be happy to help!

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Württemberg Field Artillery Reserve Officer Beautiful Kugelhelm for a reserve officer of one of the few Württemberg field artillery regiments (FARs 13, 29, 49, or 65). Excellent form and finish, tight stitching, with a still-shiny shell and beautiful gilded fitting. Very nice wappen with all...

That spectacular Zeb - I have never seen one that nice. Magnificent!

Wow Zeb - all of this stuff is fascinating and beautiful. Thanks so much much for sharing these rare and unusual pieces!

Speaking of the HH auction...this one puzzles me. Anyone in the hive mind have an explanation for whether or not a reserve officer of the Landwehr was actually a thing?

Great advice and info James. I was unaware of the no-return policy, but am being very cautious with these lots. Many interesting and glorious pieces, but some are rougher than they look at first glance and many have odd little nuances that suggest they've been fiddled with over the years...

Wow - what an amazing lineup! Rare (and beautiful) birds. (y)

Glorious - congrats Amy!

A beautiful set, Mike! (y)

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