Sturzebecher was born june 16, 1903, and held party number 973,144 and ss number 31,036. Gottlieb, craig, the ss totenkopf ring, from munich to nuremberg, schiffer, isbn 9780764330940. The unauthorized acquisition of duplicate ring was forbidden and punishable by law. Each piece was cast and handfinished by specially commissioned jewellers working for the firm of otto gahr in munich, and was finely engraved inside the band with the letters s. Written by one of the worlds leading figure modellers, this guide features a main pattern of waffenss camouflage and d. Totenkopf rings were awarded between 1933 and 1945 approximately 15,000 rings were made and had been presented to qualifying ss members. There it was engaged in some of the most ferocious battles, kharkov, kursk, warsaw and vienna being the most famous.
The totenkopf fought first in france in 1940 and was then sent to the eastern front from 1941 1945. Totenkopf finally surrendered in may 1945 to the us army, which immediately delivered them over to the soviets. Totenkopf ss ring unofficially called ring german german ss ringsor totenkopf ss ring, was an award of heinrich himmlers schutzstaffel ss ring ss. Craig gottlieb ss totenkopf ring axis history forum. The ring prominently featured the runes and mystical symbols of the ss, symbols that played a significant role in magnifying the veil of obscurity and mystique that covered the organization. I was looking to buy one for a family member who is very fond of mine, so if some one can help me id appreciate it. Oct 31, 2008 this is one of my favorite research books on the totenkopf ring and as it connects to the ss and nazi occult.
Using modern tools not available to previous authors on this subject, craig gottlieb paints a comprehensive picture of the totenkopf ring and the man who was behind it reichsfuhrerss heinrich himmler. Gottlieb draws on a body of over 200 examples to document currently believed notions about the ring. Sspanzerdivision totenkopf was one of 38 divisions of the waffenss of nazi germany during world war ii. This date also designates the summer solstice ceremonies, and you can see his name plus the facsimile of himmlers signature within the rings interior all. Very rare liederbuch with the picture of sstotenkopfring.
Totenkopf ring special collectors edition condictum youtube. S,o, totenkopf 1943 1945 by jacek solarz, english captions and summary. A book written for collectors by a collector expertly traces one of the third reichs highly prized awards, the totenkpof ring. Also covered are design background, construction techniques, and an indepth analysis of the physical characteristics of rings. Its name, totenkopf, is german for deaths head the skull and crossbones symbol and it is thus sometimes referred to as the deaths head division. With a ruler, measure the length from the starting end of the stringpaper to the pen mark. Totenkopf ss ring unofficially called ring german german ss ringsor totenkopf ss ring, was an award of heinrich himmlers schutzstaffel ss. We show a picture of this boyle certification in our images. The ring prominently featured the runes and mystical symbols of the, symbols that. Don boyle, recognized as the worlds leading authority on ss honor rings has rated our kroeger honor ring as the finest reproduction of an ss totenkopf honor ring i have ever seen. Oct 28, 2008 gottlieb draws on a body of over 200 examples to document currently believed notions about the ring. This light weight silver ring reveals a hollow skull with a silver content stamp of 830. Buy ss totenkopf h himmler honor ring 19331945 1st edition by donald boyle isbn. Totenkopf ss ring ss ring german ss ring ss ring totenkopf ss.
The ss totenkopf death head division even 70 years on retains its formidable and ruthless reputation as a superbly efficient yet murderous formation. Schwarz, karl ullrich, herbert schulze, emil klein, robert gies etc. Included is biographical research of the original owner conducted by ross kelbaugh of historic research, inc. The award of the ring is the visible sign of our communitys inner code and loyalty to the fuhrer and his ideology, proven in years of struggle and duty. Ss totenkopf honor ring sep 09, 2014 alexander historical. This ring features the totenkopf with crossed bones on each side. The ring was awarded to werner sturzebecher and is dated mar. The book also covers the prehistory of the totenkopf ring, placing its appearance onto the ss scene in historical context. The history of the deaths head division, 194045 1st edition by mann, chris isbn. Ss totenkopf ring award document awarded to sshauptsturmfhrer luther martin, ssnr. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Ringgiver is an anglosaxon metaphor often used to describe a king. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Best totenkopf ring reproductions axis history forum. Reichsfuhrerss heinrich himmler is the person behind the making of the rare totenkopf death head ring. Totenkopf ring special collectors edition condictum. By order checkout notes, you can write your required ring size.
The award was both a product of, and a source nourishment to the hint of arrogance that surrounds all military units that consider themselves elite. Gottlieb draws on a body of over 200 examples to document currently. If anyone has any interest in the totenkopf ring, they have to buy this book. Hidden camera investigation on what really happens to your car cbc marketplace.
Ss totenkopf deaths head ring taken from an ss officer by a liberator and later given to a holocaust survivor object accession number. Ss totenkopf deaths head ring taken from an ss officer. Himmler honor ring 19331945 hardcover january 1, 1995 by don boyle author. The deaths head ring comprised a massive band of oak leaves deeply embossed with a totenkopf and a number of symbolic runes. The rest of the ring is the classic totenkopf ehrenringe. Without citing sources, dutch author frank van gelder referenced the ring in. An illustrated history from munich to nuremberg using modern tools not available to previous authors on this subject, craig gottlieb paints a comprehensive picture of the totenkopf ring and the man who was behind it reichsfuhrerss heinrich himmler. The ring retains excellent detail in all but the rear double runic panel, which is where most worn rings show wear. Craig gottlieb draws on over 200 original examples with numerous tips and details presented in fantastically detailed closeup color photos that will help you distinguish between originals, reproductions and outright fakes. Use a pen to mark the point on the stringpaper where it overlaps, forming a complete circle. Ss totenkopf deaths head ring taken from an ss officer by. The shipping by post the book is very heavy 3 kg 7 lb.
The totenkopfring or ssehrenring has received limited coverage in published sources. The ss totenkopf ring meet your next favorite book. However, it ranked as a senior award within the ss brotherhood, recognizing the wearers personal achievement, devotion to duty, and loyalty to the. Liederbuch with sstotenkopfring picture sstotenkopfrings. Het gaat hier om het replica standaard model ss doodskop ring. I was buying them from, but they no longer have them in stock. Ss honor ring repro, copy ss ehrenring, high quality ss. Totenkopf ss ring ss ring german ss ring ss ring totenkopf. The joiner seam behind the skull is covered by the original silver solder. Find a piece of string or strip of paper no wider than 34 2.
Heinrich himmler, totenkopf ring award regulations, 10. The grotesque skull and mystic runic symbolism advance a terrifying yet thrilling image of. This ring was presented to and worn by specially selected members of heinrich himmlers elite storm troopers. Once again, germania international has located and now presents another fine honor ring. The history of the deaths head division 194045 as want to read. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Using modern tools not available to previous authors on this subject, craig gottlieb paints a comprehensive picture of the. The ring comes with a certificate of authenticity provided by totenkopf ring authority don boyle. Its really nicely printed as well, with nice glossy pages and tons of really beautiful pictures. This is one of my favorite research books on the totenkopf ring and as it connects to the ss and nazi occult. This example shows wear to the highlights consistent with having been worn by the recipient. Ss totenkopf honor ring ss totenkopf honor ring given to a member of the ss, with certification signed by expert authenticator donald boyle. Don boyle, the author of the first and best book on the subject, ss totenkopf h.
Himmler honor ring 19331945 english and german edition german pamphlet january 1, 1993 by don boyle author 4. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. He offers never before seen photos and documents, and even develops using modern tools not available to previous authors on this subject, craig gottlieb paints a comprehensive picture of the totenkopf ring and the man who was behind it. It has tons of information on the make of the rings, the history, different fakes and reproductions, and also some famous rings. The author has documented 200 of these rings, which he has observed, and makes the assertion that if 20,000 were actually issued then the survival rate is about 100th of 1 per cent. I am still doing research and love the photos and time put into this very special book. I highly recommend this book to any beginners or advanced collectors of the silver ss honor ring and let it be part of your personal library. The battles at kharkov and kurst saw some of the fiercest fighting of that. The ssehrenring ss honour ring, unofficially called totenkopfring deaths head ring.
Mar 15, 2001 goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Oct 01, 2008 this is one of my favorite research books on the totenkopf ring and as it connects to the ss and nazi occult. Ss totenkf ring, craig gottlieb 9780764330940 boeken. Documents measures approximately 21x30cm 8x12, with original signature of h. When a german left the ss or died they were required to return the ring to the reichfuhrerss. The quest of martial grandeur is nowhere revealed more plainly as within the design of the famous deaths head honor ring totenkopf ehrenringe. Hidden camera investigation on what really happens to your car cbc marketplace duration. Siegfrieds recreation rings germania international. It earned this for its actions throughout the second world war, first in 1940 during the blitzkrieg in northern france and then on the eastern front.
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