MAX and Gunzenhausen 2012 Photos and Finds

[Roglebk]

Here is the single most beautiful piece I saw at the show. I held it not once but twice. Way out of my price range. A Prussian Black Eagle Order collar chain miniature on Godet button. No photos can capture the workmanship of this piece. It is out of this world.

Thanks Trev! Never expected to see another one of those This one is claimed to have been worn by Prinz Albrecht von Preussen.

[gregM]

WOW
That is one rare mini

[streptile]

Wow Carl -- nice piece. Remember how much it sold for?

Also -- anyone know how many people were entitled to wear the SAO Collar?

[Roglebk]

Wow Carl -- nice piece. Remember how much it sold for?

Also -- anyone know how many people were entitled to wear the SAO Collar?

Can't remember but it wasn't cheap. First thought it was the same chain and someone added the button but wear on eagles do not match.

[streptile]

Can't remember but it wasn't cheap. First thought it was the same chain and someone added the button but wear on eagles do not match.

Thanks Carl. I wish I could have bought that Black Eagle chain but the price was prohibitive.

Here is my biggest score from the MAX, a Red Eagle Order 4. Class with swords (early type with smooth arms).

I also picked up one Iron Cross, a 1914 TR-era Mayer, which I haven't photographed yet.

Thanks for any comments.