I'm very fascinated with these rings and would love to own one, but I hardly have done any research on them.

I would probably buy from Andy (Militarynut) with his certification from Don Boyle.

Is this too much to jump from a few uniforms and coins to an honor ring?

I feel like I'm missing out by not owning anything SS related. All the real collectors have them . (Kidding!)


Thanks for your help,



Mark

Mark,, there is pros and cons to everything.. But I don't think you can go wrong investing in an honor ring!
Remember, its one of the few pieces of not only SS regalia but of all of nazi regalia thats named to a person! A gift from H. Himmler himself,,can't beat that...
Happy hunting and let us know what you eventually get...,G.

Thanks!

Is it true that Himmler stopped handing out the rings personally after a certain year? I thought I read that online.

Are there different styles I should look for?

How do I know if I'm paying too much?

Should I be looking for a certain year? Are certain years more expensive?

Should I know what specific unit I want? Ss tv, ss waffen, etc.?

wow, o.k.
There is a early pattern,,,a transitional pattern,,and a late pattern..,,,Aahh, wait a sec...

First off you need to find a copy of Dons newer edition the 'Black Book'. There are many ways to go about getting the book but I'll tell you a 'sure thing' one right now,,,,There is a dealer/collector here that advertisers on this site 'Militarynut'. He sells approved reprinted copies of Dons book. Not a cheapie but its still the book with best basic and advanced of information. It has helped beginners and experienced collectors of the HR since its been out!

Then go back here and start reading old topics.. You can also visit these sites that have HR sections:
http://worldwarmilitaria.com/f...orumdisplay.php?f=65

http://www.militariacollecting...e230a184a26b&act=idx

German site:
http://www.militaria-fundforum...orumdisplay.php?f=85

Russian site:
http://sammler.ru/index.php?showforum=194

There is so much to learn about these rings....Hit a few shows,,see if you can handle a few rings,, ,,find out the criteria how one would get one. The approved dates,,what they mean, Learn the basic die flaws, what the runes mean [90% is covered in Dons book]...,know what your about to spend your hard earned money on! It's all part of the enjoyment of hunting and owning the HR.........

Well said G. I collect Political items but when a ring came my way I couldn't resist. The ring is the only "award" that I know of that had to be returned to the SS after the recipients death. The other cool thing was the ring was designed by Weisthor who was Himmler's Merlin. The bottom line for me is the ring captures the mystic of the SS in one small item. Good luck in your hunt!

I concur with Erich's comment : the SSHr is a fantastic piece of history truly amazing, hard to compare it with any mass production anonymous piece.

Ric

I'll start with the book then!


Any suggestions where to get it cheaper?

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Originally posted by Marker227:
I'll start with the book then!


Any suggestions where to get it cheaper?

http://www.militarynut.com/id26.html

....run down after SSHr for sale

Ric

$175.

I wonder if I can get it used.

Mark,
Better get Used to it. Collecting ANY SS will pound the wallet.
Cheers

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Originally posted by Marker227:
$175.

I wonder if I can get it used.

see Ebay auction 190321456178

Best

Ric

the 'Black book' edtion has the more information I'm told.. But at even triple this price you should grab it!

Hope the price doesn't shoot up...

I've actually got my eye on the other auction on eBay.. The price is currently $70 with 30 minutes left .

Got the Black Book for 120 with shipping.

Nice!
a great start.

The original book is STILL the best book!

Now I can read this book for a few years until I get the funds for one of these rings .

It's kinda like reading the Sears Catalog before Christmas when we were kids.

Gottliebs book is also useful.

Glad I was able to steer you to the Don Boyle HR book auction on eBay and you won it Marker 227, good luck in the hobby.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayI...eName=STRK:MESELX:IT