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The Missing War Loot: 25 Priceless WWII Artifacts That Could Be in Your Grandpa’s Attic

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Göring’s Jewel-Encrusted Baton

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Source: historybound.com

A British soldier stole this ceremonial Luftwaffe marshal’s baton from Hermann Göring’s Carinhall estate in 1945. The piece features emeralds and a diamond-studded swastika, reflecting Göring’s infamous vanity. Its craftsmanship and association with a top Nazi figure drive its value sky-high. A comparable baton fetched $1.3 million in 2016, setting the benchmark for similar items at $500,000 to $1 million.

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