Have your medals and decorations appraised: Photo appraisal with purchase guarantee at Militaria-Berlin

Do you want to have the authenticity or value of your military antiques (militaria) determined, or are you looking for an expert to purchase them? As specialized appraisers of military antiques up to 1945, Militaria-Berlin offers you a professional and recognized examination of medals, decorations, and cases. Our appraisals enjoy the highest recognition among national and international collectors and fellow experts.

1. Photographic appraisal for items acquired at Militaria-Berlin

All products sold in our online shop are generally 100% authentic contemporary originals, unless explicitly stated otherwise. Regardless of whether you purchase an additional photo appraisal, we guarantee the authenticity of all pieces for life and without limitation. The following conditions also apply to printed certificates of authenticity when purchased from our online shop:

• Starting at €500 selling price: Free photo appraisal including purchase guarantee.
• Selling price under €500: Photo analysis can be booked optionally for a flat fee of €35,00.

2. Examination of foreign items (militaria certification)

We also examine orders and decorations that you did not acquire from us.

• Cost per expert opinion: €35,00 flat rate per piece.
• Fair return postage: Plus return postage. If multiple items are sent at the same time, postage is only charged once.

3. Advantages and security features of our expertise

Each certificate we issue offers you maximum security and transparency in the collectors' market:

• Highest market acceptance: Our expertise is highly recognized and valued throughout the industry, among fellow collectors, auction houses and dealers.
• 70% purchase guarantee: We guarantee the purchase of the appraised item at 70% of the market value stated in the expert report.
• Precise documentation: Technical description of the object, exact dimensions, weights and high-resolution photographic documentation of its condition.
• Individual options: Upon request, we can prepare the expert report without a valuation or entirely in English.
• Counterfeit security: Printed on special paper with exclusive security features, security seal, stamp and an individual identification number (misuse will be prosecuted under civil and/or criminal law).

4. Submission process and fast return shipping

The process for your Order examination is designed to be simple and time-saving:

• Pack securely: Send us your items by mail with sufficient insurance, or come and see us in person.
• Enclose address: Please include your full return address with the shipment.
• Fast processing: The return shipment usually takes place on the same day as the inspection.
• Payment processing: Standard shipping is securely via cash on delivery, along with your expert report. If you prefer a different payment method, this is of course possible after prior arrangement.

5. Reputable purchaser of militaria and Allach porcelain

Do you want to sell original historical items or liquidate an entire collection? We discreetly purchase all kinds of militaria up to 1945, as well as valuable Allach porcelain, at very good prices.

• Wide range of purchases: We are constantly looking for medals, decorations, certificates, uniforms, edged weapons and equipment.
• Very good purchase prices: We are not intermediaries. We sell directly to end customers worldwide, with a focus on North America. Over many years, we have built an extremely large, international network of financially sound collectors and prestigious museums. This allows us to offer you top prices for your historical relics and provide you with a transparent, binding offer.
• Historical Responsibility (Plays from the Third Reich): We are very aware of our historical responsibility when dealing with pieces from this era. We expressly distance ourselves from all forms of political extremism and all endeavors that contradict the values ​​of our free and democratic order.
• Strict legal compliance: The sale and handling of such items is subject to strict compliance with legal regulations. Details can be found in our information section on [topic missing]. §§ 86, 86a StGB at Militaria-BerlinIt is of particular importance to us to consistently rule out any form of misuse of such exhibits.
• Secure transaction: Trust in the decades of experience and reliability of Militaria-Berlin.

For further questions regarding our testing procedures or purchasing, please feel free to contact us at any time. Contact the Militaria-Berlin team.