michael smith

In addition it as a nickel finish,and weighs 28 grams.Although the finish is not evident in the photo,s.I am doubtful this is not an original.Although was bought from reputable dealer.

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Could I have opinions on this badge please.

Thanks Tom.Did some research,I came to that conclusion,it weighs the same,but what threw me,was it was not maker marked.

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Thanks for the reply.At leasst it did not cost me anything.It did look rough i must admit.Thanks Mike.

Could someone please give me an idea what this badge could be.I think its a fake.It came from a car boot in abox of bits.It is screw back with 1936 on the back.Thanks in advance.

I would say genuine article,although colour is a bit off putting.All the best Mike.

Thanks for your comments Eric,i keep learning.Regards Mike.

Hi. Erich.This is about the best i can do with my camera.I think the line goes about 1 m.m. short of H.but i don,t know if there could be slight surface wear,but i doubt it. Regards Mike.

Colin is still in business R obin aqnd is still a great and honest dealer. Regards Mike.

O.K. Hear we go folks,i was wandering around a car boot sale in west wales,where i sometimes visit.There was a man there selling mostly cap badges and british army bits and pieces.I went to his stall to take a look and lo and behold i see 2 german awards.One was a iron cross 2nd class and the other was the cased blood order.Not knowing much about blood orders,i casually enquired what it was and asked for a look at it.He explained the history to me and then i remembered i had seen one in angolia,s book.To cut a long story short it felt good in the hand,and i liked the feeling of it.He wanted 85 pound for it,not being too sure i walked away and came back 5 mins. later.I got it down to 65pounds,and although reluctant to sell decided to let me have it.I sent it to an old ass.of mine Colin Brown who declared it was a good one.I was really delighted to find out about it.It is the lucky find in my life.Glad you were interested what a dream. best regards Mike.

Thanks for the nice comments folks.The case is in the same fine condition.If i told you how i came by this award you wold not beleive me.