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Micha, Ineresting Medal Bar! I have the same without the campaign bars. Interesting to note that there were only about 5000 +/- Nassau medals issued. Making these real collectible in my book. Regards, Joel

Interesting none the less!!! Regards, Joel

Steve, The blue cores are indeed special. Another great find! Your collection is growing by leaps and bounds.. Way to start out the New Year! Regards, Joel

Rick, I definately heed your advice on attempting to check out the back of it. I'll see about a Shako plate search to see if I can whittle it down as to what and when it was used. Thank you again my firend. Joel

Rick and Alex, Thanks go out to you both. Rick, I haven't dared to peel it up to look underneath... It may help us solve the mystery though. The metal looks as though it is copper because of the oxidation. Any sense of value for this item? It most likely will go on my wall but, the possibility always presents itself it seems, for trading.... Thank you again! Regards, Joel

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Gents, I happened upon this little framed Eagle which looks to be of or about the Civil War Era. It is attached to the dark backing and looks to be covered in Gold leaf. It first glance, I didn't know if it was a Shako plate but upon further inspection, it looked to be more fragile for that purpose. The condition seems good although it has a small area where the Gold looks as though it has flaked off. Has anyone seen anything like this before? Could it be a decorative item? The dimensions are about 6 inches x 4 inches. None the less, it shall find a place on my office wall. I thank you all in advance who can help with further details. Kind Regards, Joel

Rick, Thank you for your help on this one as well. I got an email about the Trowel Blade Bayonet and I'm still waiting for my Uncle to get me the pictures.. He goes at his own pace. As so shall we all... Hopefully this evening we should have an unveiling... Finger's crossed.. LOL! Regards, Joel

Gents, I'll post pictures once my Uncle sends them to me. Thanks goes out to Barry for his research.... I keep looking in my Outlook Express for the email... Arrggghhhh....

My sentiments exactly...

Agreed! Joel

Fortunately, Only time creates Patina... Regards, Joel

Micha, This happens to be one of the most interesting variants I have seen out in the marketplace. Kudos to you sir for obtaining this one! Wow!!! When you find an upgrade can I be first on your list to buy this one. LOL!!! Regards, Joel

Gordon, Certainly that piece is quite a send off for 2007... I wish you all the success to top that one for 2008! LOL! Regards, Joel

Micha, She, sure does gleam my friend. Another fine specimen. Regards, Joel

Chris, A truly nice lid you have there! Good Call on Keeping it. You would have been disappointed after the sale if you let that one go. Regards, Joel

I concur! WOW! Regards, Joel

Micha, When that day comes, please keep me in mind for buying this one my friend! Cheers, Joel

Micha, That is an interesting Maker Mark. To my recollection, I don't think I have ever come across, "Victoria" in my travels. Very Nice! Regards, Joel

Micha, That variant is the one you want to find that's for sure! Regards, Joel

greg, Stunning condition! That has just made it's place to the forfront of your collection I'm sure.. Though, I havent acquired a TR manufactured Imperial yet, I must say that they do add that "modern" spin to an old classic... Regards, Joel

Glen, What a find! The only thing I need to do now is find a couple of original 1870 EK's and hopefully a little provenance to go with them to know who they were issued to... LOL! Regards, Joel

Guys, I know. I know. I gotta get going... Too many long hours at work..... I will have it completed by tomorrow I assure you... Thanks for pushing me to get on this little belated project Fkr!