101combatvet Posted September 16, 2007 Share #276 Posted September 16, 2007 I would agree that it is German made..... none of my Italian made patches have workmanship like this one. Show us the back to confirm. Jim, If I were going to guess, I'd say German. It's obvious that a machine made cardboard template was used on the rifle and wreath (too exact) and I don't recall seeing any Italian made US insignia incorporating machine made templates. The blue cloth also leads me to believe German, with the machine embroidery that looks like it has squares and center dots. I've seen the exact machine embroidery on plenty of WWII German cloth. Any chance of a reverse shot? It's a beauty alright! Nice find! Gary Link to post Share on other sites
Ricardo Posted September 18, 2007 Share #277 Posted September 18, 2007 Ricardo- The top Expert Infantryman Badge (EIB) has the letter A logo of the German manufacturer Assman. That's a nice find! The bottom EIB looks like a WWII-era sterling version that still ahs the sterling clutches. Too bad about the scratches in the enamel, though. Hi Steve, Please, do you have some idea of valours of each badge? (to put in my files) Thank you! Best regards, Ricardo. Link to post Share on other sites
Ricardo Posted September 18, 2007 Share #278 Posted September 18, 2007 Hi,One more example:The No_outside_hosting Photo is no longer available. Please, a VN Era?Best regards,Ricardo. Link to post Share on other sites
Steve B. Posted October 3, 2007 Author Share #279 Posted October 3, 2007 Ricardo- I'm sorrry I have taken so long to answer your question. I didn't notice your new post until just now. Sadly, EIBs don't demand the same sort of prices that CIBs do. The Assman EIB is a nice one, and would be a good addition to an EIB collection, but there are not many EIB collectors. I would estimate it's value at about $20.00. The second one is a nice WWII EIB, but the scrathes bring it's value way down. I would guess that it is not worth more than a few dollars. I hope this helps. Steve Collecting 3rd Armored Division items of all kinds from all eras, specializing in the 36th Armored Infantry Regiment. Link to post Share on other sites
Ricardo Posted October 3, 2007 Share #280 Posted October 3, 2007 Ricardo- I'm sorrry I have taken so long to answer your question. I didn't notice your new post until just now. Sadly, EIBs don't demand the same sort of prices that CIBs do. The Assman EIB is a nice one, and would be a good addition to an EIB collection, but there are not many EIB collectors. I would estimate it's value at about $20.00. The second one is a nice WWII EIB, but the scrathes bring it's value way down. I would guess that it is not worth more than a few dollars. I hope this helps. Steve Thank you Mate!! Best regards, Ricardo. Link to post Share on other sites
kfields Posted October 6, 2007 Share #281 Posted October 6, 2007 Here are two curious CIB's that I purchased today at a small local gun show for $15 each. Neither are maker marked. The one on top has the open catch and looks British made to me of WW2 vintage. The enamel is rich looking and complete, no cracking. The bottom one is an odd ball to me and has a lot of strange features that I've never seen on one CIB. The musket appears to be attached to the front, the wreath is also a separate piece that is permanently attached (soldered?). The pinback is different as well. The mark on back is "sterling". The back of the CIB is flat. Again the enamel work is excellent, no cracks or missing pieces. This one has just an odd group of features associated with it ! Any thoughts on these? By the way, this is a great little show I attended and I had a great time! I also picked up a nice original finish-matching "cyq" p-38 as well so I was happy! Kim A member of this fine site since December 16, 2006....Member # 60 Link to post Share on other sites
Nellis Posted October 7, 2007 Share #282 Posted October 7, 2007 This is my first CIB!! Stone mint with frosting!!Picked it up from a fellow forum member!!Enjoy! In Memoriam: Willard Whitehead 15th Air Force, 455th Bomb Group Top Gunner - B-24 Link to post Share on other sites
Nellis Posted October 7, 2007 Share #283 Posted October 7, 2007 The No_outside_hosting Photo is no longer available. In Memoriam: Willard Whitehead 15th Air Force, 455th Bomb Group Top Gunner - B-24 Link to post Share on other sites
cpatrick Posted October 7, 2007 Share #284 Posted October 7, 2007 Looks like a nice one.. In my opinion, a very under-rated award amongst collectors. German Assault Badges bring hundreds.... These bring $20 They are more or less the same damn thing... Chris Link to post Share on other sites
Nellis Posted October 7, 2007 Share #285 Posted October 7, 2007 Looks like a nice one.. In my opinion, a very under-rated award amongst collectors. German Assault Badges bring hundreds.... These bring $20 They are more or less the same damn thing... Chris Thanks! I agree with you!! Anything German demands a high price!! In Memoriam: Willard Whitehead 15th Air Force, 455th Bomb Group Top Gunner - B-24 Link to post Share on other sites
DM1975 Posted October 8, 2007 Share #286 Posted October 8, 2007 Very nice. This is my absolute favorite award. Activly Selling All Items All eras VERY interested in M1 helmets, WWI victory medals, and I will do almost anything for real SOG gear or uniforms. Email or PM with offers please. Needing; Pin back CIB, two piece CIB, ANy odd CIB's, 41st Infantry Regiment DUI (old ones), 65th AFAB DUI Please visit my website at DM1975.com Link to post Share on other sites
Nellis Posted October 9, 2007 Share #287 Posted October 9, 2007 Thank you sir!!! In Memoriam: Willard Whitehead 15th Air Force, 455th Bomb Group Top Gunner - B-24 Link to post Share on other sites
LTGSANCHEZ Posted October 11, 2007 Share #288 Posted October 11, 2007 Love them too. I collect anything WWII infantry or medical, so I have a few. Should have my own in a year couresty of the Taliban. Agree with them being so under-rated. I wouldn't mind someday having a collection of CIBs. They are such an attractive badge and stand for the true test of the infantryman. Are there various makers for these (london, etc.)? PS: Awesome photos of your CIB. Looks like it should be the cover of a book about CIBs! RIP Army BDUs. You will be missed. Just an infantry LT Living behind the dumpsters of Airborne School Fort Benning, GA Link to post Share on other sites
DM1975 Posted October 11, 2007 Share #289 Posted October 11, 2007 The CIB is my most valued award I recceived in the Army. I think the EIB is more of a true test of skill but I really am proud of my CIB. Activly Selling All Items All eras VERY interested in M1 helmets, WWI victory medals, and I will do almost anything for real SOG gear or uniforms. Email or PM with offers please. Needing; Pin back CIB, two piece CIB, ANy odd CIB's, 41st Infantry Regiment DUI (old ones), 65th AFAB DUI Please visit my website at DM1975.com Link to post Share on other sites
LTGSANCHEZ Posted October 12, 2007 Share #290 Posted October 12, 2007 Check out the CIB thread RIP Army BDUs. You will be missed. Just an infantry LT Living behind the dumpsters of Airborne School Fort Benning, GA Link to post Share on other sites
DM1975 Posted October 12, 2007 Share #291 Posted October 12, 2007 Here are the ones I have, plus I have a couple on uniforms too Activly Selling All Items All eras VERY interested in M1 helmets, WWI victory medals, and I will do almost anything for real SOG gear or uniforms. Email or PM with offers please. Needing; Pin back CIB, two piece CIB, ANy odd CIB's, 41st Infantry Regiment DUI (old ones), 65th AFAB DUI Please visit my website at DM1975.com Link to post Share on other sites
Laury Allison Posted October 12, 2007 Share #292 Posted October 12, 2007 Here is my rough draft display of CIBs, EIBs, CMBs, EFMBs, and CABs. I just put the metal ones in this display using a riker mount and replacing the cotton piece with 1/2 inch foam board. I wound up rearranging them after initially doing them to get them all to fit. I think I count 4 that I'm missing for this display....a couple of those I thought I had and they may be here and I just haven't gotten to that box yet. I put the standard and stabrite finish badges for the full size, miniature, and half-size (shirt size) badges as well as the subdued versions. Hope you all enjoy.... Laury Link to post Share on other sites
Nellis Posted October 12, 2007 Share #293 Posted October 12, 2007 Love them too. I collect anything WWII infantry or medical, so I have a few. Should have my own in a year couresty of the Taliban. Agree with them being so under-rated. I wouldn't mind someday having a collection of CIBs. They are such an attractive badge and stand for the true test of the infantryman. Are there various makers for these (london, etc.)? PS: Awesome photos of your CIB. Looks like it should be the cover of a book about CIBs! Thanks for your service!! I gave the photos a little effort. I don't like how you can see the seam where the photos come together!! I'll add my photos to the existing thread! Nice collection!! In Memoriam: Willard Whitehead 15th Air Force, 455th Bomb Group Top Gunner - B-24 Link to post Share on other sites
Nellis Posted October 14, 2007 Share #294 Posted October 14, 2007 This is my first CIB!! Stone mint with frosting!!Picked it up from a fellow forum member!!Enjoy!The No_outside_hosting Photo is no longer available. In Memoriam: Willard Whitehead 15th Air Force, 455th Bomb Group Top Gunner - B-24 Link to post Share on other sites
Nellis Posted October 14, 2007 Share #295 Posted October 14, 2007 The No_outside_hosting Photo is no longer available. In Memoriam: Willard Whitehead 15th Air Force, 455th Bomb Group Top Gunner - B-24 Link to post Share on other sites
Got da Penny Posted October 15, 2007 Share #296 Posted October 15, 2007 Nate, Had to "replace" the one I sold. Found this one Saturday. and its a "Cherry" one. The back is the "White Frosting" just the way we like to find them, also, has the "Original Sterling Clutchbacks" Carey *** NEW *** Honorplace Site for Grandfather Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Baker Posted October 15, 2007 Share #297 Posted October 15, 2007 Here are two curious CIB's that I purchased today at a small local gun show for $15 each. Neither are maker marked. The one on top has the open catch and looks British made to me of WW2 vintage. The enamel is rich looking and complete, no cracking.The bottom one is an odd ball to me and has a lot of strange features that I've never seen on one CIB. The musket appears to be attached to the front, the wreath is also a separate piece that is permanently attached (soldered?). The pinback is different as well. The mark on back is "sterling". The back of the CIB is flat. Again the enamel work is excellent, no cracks or missing pieces. This one has just an odd group of features associated with it ! Any thoughts on these? By the way, this is a great little show I attended and I had a great time! I also picked up a nice original finish-matching "cyq" p-38 as well so I was happy! Kim Kim, Love both your CIB's. Very nice!! Collecting WWII Armor and Tank Destroyer Items Link to post Share on other sites
Nellis Posted October 15, 2007 Share #298 Posted October 15, 2007 Nate, Had to "replace" the one I sold. Found this one Saturday. and its a "Cherry" one. The back is the "White Frosting" just the way we like to find them, also, has the "Original Sterling Clutchbacks" Carey Nice score!! Looks to have a little more frosting than the one you sold me!! If you can't find room in your riker mount, I just bought a new cabinet!! In Memoriam: Willard Whitehead 15th Air Force, 455th Bomb Group Top Gunner - B-24 Link to post Share on other sites
Brig Posted October 21, 2007 Share #299 Posted October 21, 2007 mini version I picked up, think it's about WWII era Link to post Share on other sites
Tonomachi Posted October 22, 2007 Share #300 Posted October 22, 2007 Found this 3rd award CIB for $5.00 at an insignia show in Northern, California. This is a South Vietnamese sand casting with the pins removed and probably glued at one time on a plaque. You can see remnants of the blue paint with has long since flaked off. Link to post Share on other sites
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