usmcaviator Posted March 6, 2017 Share #1 Posted March 6, 2017 Picked up a very rare left side to an EGA set I have been looking to match for some time at the 2017 Show of Shows. The globe is a slight bit larger than the right side, and the anchors vary some, but in these one-of-a-kind and intricately hand made pieces by Breuninger, it's about as close to a match you can get. Breuninger are considered the epitome of the early crafted jeweler made pre-1900 devices. They display unique eagles, with finely crafted details and are attached by a silver prong to the rear. I have never before seen another set of Breuninger officer collar insignia. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fly USMC Posted March 6, 2017 Share #2 Posted March 6, 2017 WOW! Very interesting set. Congratulation on the needle in the haystack find Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spearhead Posted March 6, 2017 Share #3 Posted March 6, 2017 Very nice! Glad to see that one found its mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leatherneck72 Posted March 6, 2017 Share #4 Posted March 6, 2017 These pictures don't do them justice. They are like fine jewels in person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stucky151 Posted March 6, 2017 Share #5 Posted March 6, 2017 Nice score! Glad to see a set was made with a rare set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobgee Posted March 6, 2017 Share #6 Posted March 6, 2017 Very nice, Mike! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SgtMaddoxUSMC Posted March 6, 2017 Share #7 Posted March 6, 2017 Nice addition to the collection sir! I (having never been to SoS) was wondering how many smaller items like insignia show up there.. I imagine most of it to be gear and uniforms... I need to get there one of these days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brig Posted March 6, 2017 Share #8 Posted March 6, 2017 As we know, the odds of matching a pair of these early-particularly jeweler made- emblems are miniscule. I was lucky enough to match an early bird once myself, and never thought it would happen. This match I know has come after several years on the hunt...congratulations, quite a stunning set now. Your wallet must have been out before you reached the dealers table! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmcaviator Posted March 6, 2017 Author Share #9 Posted March 6, 2017 As we know, the odds of matching a pair of these early-particularly jeweler made- emblems are miniscule. I was lucky enough to match an early bird once myself, and never thought it would happen. This match I know has come after several years on the hunt...congratulations, quite a stunning set now. Your wallet must have been out before you reached the dealers table! Brig, This and a Breuninger hat device had actually been seen by quite a few before me, I almost walked away thinking I had this one side already. I couldn't remember which side was needed and I wasn't carrying photos of my singles. I figured for the price and how rare they are, I'd take a chance. Figured I could always get my money back. It was a few days later before I matched them up and was quite pleased once I did. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmcaviator Posted March 6, 2017 Author Share #10 Posted March 6, 2017 Nice score! Glad to see a set was made with a rare set. This is the set that matches your avatar! That's a nice bird! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brig Posted March 6, 2017 Share #11 Posted March 6, 2017 Think I have a loose anchor of this type. Off galavanting the globe at the moment so will be awhile before I can check. Glad good ones are still popping up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stucky151 Posted March 7, 2017 Share #12 Posted March 7, 2017 This is the set that matches your avatar! That's a nice bird! Mike I wont be holding my breath to find my own set! Would be cool to see your set together in a pic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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