Collectibles--General (Modern)/Expert Profile

Expertise

I am a collector of German WHW donation badges etc from around 1925-1945, and German day and meeting badges, better known as 'tinnies', from around 1930-1945. The WHW (Winterhilfswerkes, or Winter Charity Works) was the major source of fund raising throughout Germany from 1930-1945, and covered almost every association in exhistence throughout Germany and her foreign territories. There are more than 12,500 identified tinnies, and almost as many WHW items. I can help with authenticating, dating and evaluating these items. I can help with some aspects of German awards and decorations, although this is not my main strength in collecting German militaria.

Experience in the area

Long time collector, I also buy and sell in this field, and have all relevant reference books covering WHW and tinnies.

Education/Credentials

High school, then various tertiary education.