A few examples of appraisal values for
THE IRON CROSS

• AN ASSEMBLED GROUP OF SIX NAPOLEON,
  AN ASSEMBLED GROUP OF SIX NAPOLEON, NELSON, AND VON BLÜ...AN ASSEMBLED GROUP OF SIX NAPOLEON, NELSON, AND VON BLÜCHER SCULPTURES, 19TH AND 20TH CENTURIES, comprising a patinated bronze statue of Napoleon with sword and arms crossed standing on a square form bronze base, raised on conforming Siena marble plinth, height: 8 1/4"; a miniature patinated bronze statue of Napoleon (lacking sword) standing with arms crossed on a square form base, mounted on an alabaster pedestal and associated gilt brass conforming pedestal base centering an applied wreath, height: 14"; a gilt metal statue of Napoleon wearing long overcoat, height: 12"; an Italian miniature patinated metal figure of Napoleon wearing long billowing overcoat and hand tucked in vest, standing on a stepped circular metal base, height: 5 1/2"; a modern brown patinated cast iron bust of Admiral Nelson, on a block form base engraved "Nelson / 1758-1805," on a domed oval plinth, verso inscribed "ML '80," height: 5 1/4"; and a 19th century finely modeled and detailed cast iron statue of Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher, the esteemed Prussian Generalfeldmarschall and Fürst von Wahlstatt, cast wearing a high collared military jacket with his right side epaulette suspending braided cord, attached on front in double button rows opposite an Order of the Eagle medal over a Grand Cross of the Iron Cross medal, above tied double tasseled waist sash and long pants over boots with spurs, posed with hand on hip opposite other resting on sword hilt and standing on square form base centering the von Blücher coat of arms, height: 10 1/4". Condition: Each is in good antique/vintage condition with some small scratches, oxidized spots, light surface rust, nicks, dings, surface buildup, and general wear. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."
• CHICKERING QUARTER GRAND PIANOA mahogany
  CHICKERING QUARTER GRAND PIANOA mahogany grand piano with original finish, case is in fine condition with minor distractions, probably mid to early 20th century, strings are fine but could use a tuning, no serial number found, Chickering name appears on the folding key cover as well as the iron cross wires in the action, a quality piano by a quality company, 52"x55"x36" with an accompanying two person Chippendale bench
• TWO IRON CROSSES, AN AMERICAN WWI SERVICE
  TWO IRON CROSSES, AN AMERICAN WWI SERVICE MEDAL, AND A FLYER'S WING The Iron Crosses being second class and retaining their black and white ribbons; the Service Medal retains its ribbon; the silvered metal wing affixed to leather.
• A JAN BARBOGLIO HOUSE BLESSING CROSSA
  A JAN BARBOGLIO HOUSE BLESSING CROSSA Jan Barboglio house blessing cross, 21st Century With Jan Barboglio maker's label to exterior The iron cross and nail presented in an iron box Box: 2" H x 3" W x 3.75" D; cross: 3" H Provenance: The Residential Property of Thomas and Erika Girardi, Pasadena, CA Notes: From the service quarters. Dimensions: Box: 2" H x 3" W x 3.75" D; cross: 3" H Provenance: The Residential Property of Thomas and Erika Girardi, Pasadena, CA
• EUROPEAN SCHOOL , 19TH CENTURY, KAISER
  EUROPEAN SCHOOL , 19TH CENTURY, KAISER WILHELM I, OIL ON CANVAS, 21 1/2 X 17 1/2 IN. (54.61 X 44.45 CM.), FRAME: 28 3/8 X 24 3/8 IN. (72.07 X 61.91 CM.)EUROPEAN SCHOOL, 19TH CENTURY KAISER WILHELM I, Oil on canvas The Kaiser is wearing the Iron Cross with the date of 1874 Oil on canvas Dimensions: 21 1/2 x 17 1/2 in. (54.61 x 44.45 cm.), Frame: 28 3/8 x 24 3/8 in. (72.07 x 61.91 cm.) Provenance: Estate of John Claiborne Davis, Former Teacher and Administrator, St. Albans School
• (2) GERMAN MEDALS 1939 Knights Cross
  (2) GERMAN MEDALS 1939 Knights Cross of the Iron Cross with Oakleaves and Swords, with correct suspension loop and length of gros grain ribbon; PLUS A First World War German “Feld-Ehrenzeichen” Field Honour Badge marked verso "Deutsches Feld Ehrenzeichen, Hamburg 11".
• German WWII Knight's Cross Order of
  German WWII Knight's Cross Order of the Iron Cross This is a Knight's Cross level of the Iron Cross. High centered swastika is perfectly squared. Attachment loop and Iron Cross are both stamped .800. A great example of a very rare medal. Unmarked examples are usually jewelers' copies. Condition: Excellent.