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A nice grouping to Kapitänleutnant Otto Stoeffler, commander of the U-475.
Kriegsmarine officer's dagger with portepee and hangers
It comes with a nice etched blade to two sides showing naval motifs. "Hörster Solingen" maker marked. White handle with intact wire wrapping. No chipping, however, two cracks. Pommel and crossguard made from brass. Original officer's portepee. A so-called "lightning" scabbard. Made from brass. Including the matching hangers. Black ribbed ribbons with gilt brass/aluminum fittings. The snap clips are fully working.
1939 Iron Cross 1st Class
Three-part construction. Iron core. Original black paint. Including the ribbon to 1939 Iron Cross 2nd Class.
U-Boot War Badge
Unmarked zinc badge. Fine gilding.
Minesweeper War Badge
Unmarked tombak badge. Gilt wreath.
Kriegsmarine officer's parade belt and buckle
A nice gilt aluminum buckle. "100" ink stamped to the reverse. With the matching brocade belt. Dark blue cloth backing. Both keeper in place. Not corroded. Length: cm
Period time "Düsseldorf" wall plaque
It shows the coat of arms of the city of Düsseldorf. Made from metal. Mounted on a wooden board. Multi-piece construction. Size: cm.
Kriegsmarine "Reichskriegsflagge" war flag
Typical linen construction. Printed to both sides. Original cord in place. "R.Kr.Fl." stamped and "80x135" size stamped. Maker marked. Furthermore, Kriegsmarine "M + national eagle" stamped. Holes and signs of use. Size: cm.
Kriegsmarine commander's pennant
Rare Kriegsmarine commander's pennant. Made from white linen. Kriegsmarine "M + national eagle" stamped. The snap clips are missing. "1,5?" length stamped. Hard to read. Length: cm.
Including postwar documents of his military career.