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DAY 2: The World at War: A Historic WW1 & WW2 Militaria Auction

Sun, Jul 19, 2026 11:00AM EDT
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Treasure Trove Auctions proudly presents Day 2 of our premier militaria event—an explosive offering centered on the most iconic conflicts of the modern era. Featuring a massive selection of rare and highly sought-after World War II artifacts, alongside an exceptional offering of scarce World War I material and compelling post-war militaria, this is a must-see event for serious collectors. From battlefield relics to elite combat collectibles, we deliver exceptional history at every turn. Now is your opportunity to acquire artifacts from some of the most defining eras in human conflicts!
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Lot 999

Extremely Rare German WWII Heer Regiment 81 Two-Sided Frankfurt am Main Regimental Flag

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$1,000

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This German World War II Heer Regiment 81 two-sided regimental flag is an exceptionally rare and visually striking textile associated with the city of Frankfurt am Main, where the unit was established. The flag is housed in a protective plexiglass display unit, helping preserve its color, condition, and presentation quality. Two-sided German military unit flags and standards are highly desirable, especially when tied to a specific regiment and city. This example is especially compelling due to its Regiment 81 association, Frankfurt connection, and reported relation to the unit’s wartime service, including the Eastern Front and Stalingrad context.

German regimental and ceremonial flags served as powerful symbols of unit identity, tradition, and military pride. Pieces of this type were used in formal, parade, and unit settings, often incorporating rich embroidery, bullion work, unit numbers, city associations, and symbolic imagery. Regiment 81 is historically connected to Frankfurt am Main and to the larger story of German infantry formations during World War II. The Stalingrad campaign remains one of the most decisive and devastating battles of the war, and any original unit-related material associated with formations that served in that theater carries major historical weight and collector interest.

This is a special and highly displayable German WWII unit textile with the kind of presence advanced collectors look for. The Regiment 81 designation, Frankfurt am Main connection, two-sided construction, preserved color, plexiglass display housing, and Stalingrad-related wartime association make it far more compelling than a standard flag or banner. Comparable German military Schellenbaum and regimental banner-style pieces are extremely rare and seldom appear on the market, with strong examples often generating serious collector attention due to their size, workmanship, and unit-specific identity. This piece would make a centerpiece display for collectors of German WWII flags, Heer regimental material, Stalingrad-related artifacts, and rare military textiles.

Display: Housed in a protective plexiglass display unit to help preserve color and condition.

Catalog Note: Described as a Heer Regiment 81 two-sided regimental flag with Frankfurt am Main association and Stalingrad-related wartime context.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Excellent/Mint - Well-preserved, minimal wear, complete, functional, and/or fully intact. Close to original condition. May also be labelled as museum quality.


Condition assessed using Treasure Trove Auctions’ proprietary grading scale. While we strive for accuracy, all ratings are subjective and based on our best evaluation as determined by a dedicated team of researchers, from expert appraisers to knowledgeable historians and veteran collectors. Full grading details can be found on our Authentication page for reference. For a more in-depth condition report or additional images, please contact us and we will be more than happy to oblige.

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