BILL THE PATCH Posted June 6, 2017 Share #1551 Posted June 6, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BILL THE PATCH Posted June 6, 2017 Share #1552 Posted June 6, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobra 6 Actual Posted June 6, 2017 Share #1553 Posted June 6, 2017 Great additions to your collection, Bill! Here's one that was on eBay a few weeks ago: Unfortunately, I was not the high bidder. As I recall this went for ~$200. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Baker Posted June 7, 2017 Share #1554 Posted June 7, 2017 rps20170606_132643_163.jpg Nice patch Bill. When do you think this was made? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Baker Posted June 7, 2017 Share #1555 Posted June 7, 2017 Great additions to your collection, Bill! Here's one that was on eBay a few weeks ago: E7ADC43F-811B-419B-8F77-57ECBEC04CE9.jpgE52323A6-CE64-4AE9-ACDC-4D209F97FAA6.jpg Unfortunately, I was not the high bidder. As I recall this went for ~$200. That is really unusual. Any idea when and where this one was made? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobra 6 Actual Posted June 7, 2017 Share #1556 Posted June 7, 2017 Hi Jim -- As I recall from the listing it was made recently (within the last year or so) in Kabul, Afghanistan. The blue background is actually lapis lazuli stone. Regards, C6A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Baker Posted June 7, 2017 Share #1557 Posted June 7, 2017 Hi Jim -- As I recall from the listing it was made recently (within the last year or so) in Kabul, Afghanistan. The blue background is actually lapis lazuli stone. Regards, C6A Thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rd12 Posted June 9, 2017 Share #1558 Posted June 9, 2017 That is really unusual. Any idea when and where this one was made? These were made in 2016 in Kabul. Some soldiers had them made, I believe a second batch was also made and brought back to be sold - these are what are popping up now. Here's a thread about the first batch http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/index.php?/topic/258951-afghanistan-theater-made-cib/?hl=%2Bkabul+%2Bcib Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobra 6 Actual Posted June 9, 2017 Share #1559 Posted June 9, 2017 Thanks, rd12 ... one of these is definitely on my "Want List"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Baker Posted June 10, 2017 Share #1560 Posted June 10, 2017 Thanks Bob! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rd12 Posted June 13, 2017 Share #1561 Posted June 13, 2017 Here are a few of my recent finds. First up are two interesting cloth badges. These were originally sewn on with blue thread, which is the first time I've seen this done. These are both German made I believe - 1960's-ish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rd12 Posted June 13, 2017 Share #1562 Posted June 13, 2017 The second.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rd12 Posted June 13, 2017 Share #1563 Posted June 13, 2017 Here's a nice example of a typical Vietnamese sand-cast badge. A Silverman Brothers badge was used to make the cast for this badge, " STERLING SB " is just barely visible on the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rd12 Posted June 13, 2017 Share #1564 Posted June 13, 2017 These two badges are identical to my Assman-marked badge, but both are unmarked. Probably made on same dies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rd12 Posted June 13, 2017 Share #1565 Posted June 13, 2017 Backs.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilRGRHistory Posted June 13, 2017 Share #1566 Posted June 13, 2017 I'm working getting some Afghan CIBs made, no estimate on time yet but once I get figure out pricing and batch quantity, I'll sell them for a reasonable price...the goal is much less than $200+, I'm not trying to price gouge my fellow collectors and current/former service members... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobra 6 Actual Posted June 13, 2017 Share #1567 Posted June 13, 2017 Backs.. Some great CIBs there, Bob. I think those unmarked Assman badges are especially nice. MilRGRHistory, we're 'standing by' whenever you're ready. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakenormanusa Posted June 18, 2017 Share #1568 Posted June 18, 2017 Does anyone have any thoughts about this one? German-made occupation piece? The back is unmarked and the clutches appear to be some type of plastic material. Here's a pic of the front. I'll post a pic of the back once it's received. I'm curious if anyone has seen a similar badge and knows of it's origin. Thanks! Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilRGRHistory Posted June 18, 2017 Share #1569 Posted June 18, 2017 Does anyone have any thoughts about this one? German-made occupation piece? The back is unmarked and the clutches appear to be some type of plastic material. Here's a pic of the front. I'll post a pic of the back once it's received. I'm curious if anyone has seen a similar badge and knows of it's origin. Thanks! Rick resized_CIB1.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilRGRHistory Posted June 18, 2017 Share #1570 Posted June 18, 2017 Looks like a cast of a Gemsco, can you post a picture of the back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakenormanusa Posted June 18, 2017 Share #1571 Posted June 18, 2017 Looks like a cast of a Gemsco, can you post a picture of the back? The wreath looks similar to a Gemsco minus the acorns. Once I receive the badge I'll post a picture of the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadrunner Posted June 23, 2017 Share #1572 Posted June 23, 2017 I found this picture in a box showing the CIB/EIB from my collection. It must be 25 years ago. I only made pictures of the front of my collection, so I can't show the reverse. Traded or sold sometimes. Michael . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MECHINF-A15 Posted June 29, 2017 Share #1573 Posted June 29, 2017 Over the years I've had an interest in embroidered CIBs & EIBs. For a starter here are some with award ribbons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MECHINF-A15 Posted June 29, 2017 Share #1574 Posted June 29, 2017 The back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MECHINF-A15 Posted June 29, 2017 Share #1575 Posted June 29, 2017 Another in Bullion. German made? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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