German WHW Glass Donation Badges (3)

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number1005826
AuctionThe Bagale Collection, Session IV
DateAugust 16, 2026 at 6:05 PM MDT
Auction house345 Auction
LocationPueblo West, Colorado

Issued in September 1942 for the German Winterhilfswerk charity campaign, this trio of pressed glass donation badges stems from the "Deutsche Baudenkmäler" architectural series. The pieces measure 1 to 1.25 inches high and feature detailed intaglio-molded landmarks. The green glass badge depicts the Strasbourg Cathedral, inscribed with "Straßburger Münster" along the base. The amethyst-tinted glass badge portrays the historic Marienburg castle fortress in West Prussia, bearing the inscription "Marienburg." The clear glass badge features blue-accented detailing of the Holstentor gate in Lübeck, inscribed with "Holstentor Lübeck." Each piece has a flat reverse with a molded horizontal channel for a mounting pin. The amethyst badge shows a chip on its upper left corner, and all pieces exhibit minor edge wear. PM

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