Paul Oakley

Thanks again Lambert and thanks Tim. I see from the link you sent that the seller has added the comment "later production". Wondering if it might be a restrike/replacement version for the original recipients. . .

Many thanks Lambert. As my VM collection expands further away from western Europe my knowledge decreases as I've had less chance to handle a variety of original examples. Given the sub-industry for restrikes which has developed, fakes (and the consequential wrath of my wife) are particularly worrying when I eventually invest in a Cuban version.

Good afternoon Gentleman. I am new to the site and was wondering if you would be kind enough to help me with your thoughts. I have just bought this version of the medal which is not maker-marked. I appreciate that the suspension ring is distorted. Do you think it is a reproduction? My major concern is that there is evidence of a seam on the edge. In addition, there is something of a glossy sheen to the medal itself. I would be very grateful for your observations.

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