M.T.E. Rodostó Menedékháza Badacsony Lábdihegy Stocknagel Walking Stick Badge –Lot VV1

This very fine miniature work of art a rare vintage and original Stocknagel depicting the house built by the Hungarian Tourist Association in 1936 on the Badacsony hillside, under the nemestördemici lookout. The house was built in Hungarian style shelters three-four bedroom. In 1935 Rákóczi commemorating the Rodostó name and also reminds the memorial plaque placed on the wall as well. Badacsony is the name of a region on the north shore of Lake Balaton in western Hungary, a mountain-top and a town in that region. The entire area is recognized for its wine, with vineyards dating back to Roman times. – Wikipedia. It is a great item for collectors who appreciate unique and unusual collectibles. Add this M.T.E. Rodostó Menedékháza Badacsony Lábdihegy Stocknagel Badge to your collection today.

At the turn of the 1900 Century, collecting souvenir plates or stocknagel in Germany was a highly fashionable activity. The tradition of collecting these hiking souvenirs began in the Alpine regions of Europe and spread to other parts of the world. The older versions are miniature works of art that boast of accomplishments, like climbing mountains. 

The walking stick owner would collect a plate for every tourist destination he walked to and the plate signified to observers, the experience and dedication of the walker. By the 1930's the stocknagel had been superseded by pin badges, and with the rise of the automobile industry the necessity to walk was tempered by the convenience of the motor vehicle.


Provenance: Private Collection

 

Size: 1-1/2” W x 1-1/4” H 

Weight: Approx. 0.2 oz. plus shipping carton

 

Condition: This vintage stocknagel is in very good condition for its age. Sold as is. Please view detailed photos as part of the description for overall quality, scratches and imperfections. It would make a wonderful addition for the avid collector.


IMPORTANT: This item is described to its provenance and authenticity and dates as much as we know, it's mentioned in the description, with no intent to deceive OR MISREPRESENT if we miss a detail that is unknown to us. We guarantee its authenticity. Minor scuffs, scratches, scrapes, marks, nicks, cracks, etc., which don't affect the functionality of the item are normal in any previously owned, antique, vintage item and are to be expected.

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