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Howdy, the medal has the Vienna A punch and the bar is Johann Zimbler marked. Thanks for the kind words BTW. Best Regards Greg
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Thanks Tony for the kind words
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Hi Tony, nice collection you have there! Impressive. Say, if you ever decide to let that aluminum one go.......I'm your man! Best Regards Greg
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Hey all, been a while, but I managed to score an uncommon Karl Signum Laudis in Silver with repeat bar and swords. Got it from a fellow collector (Thanks Mike!). Nice piece, very happy with it! Best to all! Greg
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Hey all, say, I was wondering if someone can give me a few dealers who sell original DDR medals? Also, are there any good references regarding DDR medals and awards? Many thanks! Greg
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Hello, guess I'm a day late and dollar short, but, Welcome to this wonderful forum! Lots of great folks here with a ton of knowledge. I've learned a lot from these folks, very helpful and courteous to a man. Again, Welcome! Best Regards, Greg
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Thanks old buddy!
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Not yet. Kind of in limbo till we get our taxes done (see if we owe or get a refund!). Always looking however! Stay well to all! Greg
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Hey all, picked up a couple vet awards today. An Austrian Honor Legion Cross and a veterans 6 year Service Cross. Nice pieces if I say so myself. Best, Greg
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Thanks so much for posting some of your wonderful pieces. Very impressive! Thanks again and please post more of your gems. Best Regards Greg
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Really nice and as graham said an interesting group. Congratulations! Greg
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Very nice! Congratulations Greg
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Hey all, got this in the mail today. Now to find the pin back (1st Class) of this award. Best, Greg
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Thanks for the kind words! I believe that there were more than 3 winners with 3 bars for the 2nd class silver medal Don't know the numbers however. 3 bars were the max you could wear on the medal ribbon. Again, thanks for the kind words. Best Greg
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Hey all, got a couple additions for the collection. A nice Small Silver FJ Bravery Medal with 3 repeat bars (Unmarked) and a cherry Silver FJ Signum Laudis Hope to acquire some more this year Best, Greg
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Wonderful collection! Top notch. Thanks so much for posting. I'm envious! Best Regards Greg
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Very impressive! You've got a wonderful collection. Anyway to see the rest of your fine collection? Best Regards Greg
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Thanks so much EL! Sure appreciate your insight. One question, is there a way to tell modern fake bars from period (1916 -1945) ones? Many thanks again! Greg
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Thanks graham, missed that one. I appreciate the link and your comments. Stay well Greg
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Hey, hope you all had a good Holiday season. My question is, was Johann Zimbler the only manufacturer of repeat bars? Also, what are the thoughts on unmarked bars? Thanks so much Greg
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Hey all, well we're in the middle of a blizzard here, so homebound and a bit bored. Thought I'd post my current collection (always looking for more!!). Pardon my photography....it sucks! Just a quick note, the Sturmtruppen badges are reproductions. Best, Greg
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Thanks fellows I posted this to help another collector. He decided to keep it, so I guess this is a moot question now. Best Greg
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Hi all, say, I've been offered a 1930's German made Enlisted mans Gold Bravery Medal (FJ type) with Trifold ribbon. The medal is in basically mint condition. Off the top of your head, what value would you put on it? Thanks so very much! Greg
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Many thanks for the kind words! Stay well! Greg
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Hey all, got a couple more to add to the collection The KTK is Silver Plated, the maker is Winter & Adler The other is a 6 year LSC in Zinc Nice additions IMHO Best, Greg
