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    johannis

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    1. 16 minutes ago, Simius Rex said:

      The photos of the three Steckkreuze the OP used for illustration purposes are nicely executed, die-cut and die-stamped crosses.  The cross in the OP's first post is, however, a casting of extremely substandard quality.

       

      People who desire to become serious and successful collectors in this hobby must FIRST learn to distinguish between a die-stamped piece and a crappy cast piece.  

      Sorry if I say it, but you're wrong it's no cast, probably you were hasty.
      Take a closer look at the cross.
      Regards, Jannis.

    2. 8 hours ago, bolewts58 said:

      I've been collecting for 60+ years and never saw this cross until during the last few years. I've never seen it in any reference books or archives. There simply is no documentation of which I'm aware of this cross. Also, it is absolutely not Freikorps.

       

      While there are some very minor differences between your cross and the ones that Porre81 sells all the time and yours appears to be of slightly better quality, I am 100% sure they both come from the same source. I am also 100% sure that it's a made up award that never actually existed contemporary to the 1920s and onward. It's unfortunate it's not a legitimate award because it is rather attractive.

      You are right, in spite of my intensive search, in forums
      and in books, have not found any information.

      Right, wrong title not a Freikorps,from the motto can be a Regiments Erinnerungskreuz .

      I have found, at various sources, 1st class cross with various attachments and the placement of the manufacturer's stamp in different positions.
      On all crosses the manufacturer's stamp is identical.
      IMO, that means different stamps have been used.
      It is more fitting the are Muster Kreuze pattern crosses than fakes-fantasy pieces.
      Why should one faker use several stamps?
      It's just my personal opinion with no evidence.
      Thank you very much ,for your time and opinion.
      Regards,Jannis.

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    3. 2 hours ago, bolewts58 said:

      Yes. A fantasy sold by that crook Porre81 (his name is Marc Poredda). I'm sorry to say that he won't give you your money back either. I have complained about him repeatedly to eBay because he is one of the biggest crooks on there. But, they don't care.

      Hello.

      I know Porre81 and his do, but the cross is not from him.
      In my cross the silver plating is "frosted" and the fastenings for the band ring is different than from Porre81.
      IMO Porre81 sells, everything he finds ,mostly copys, but also manufacturer stocks.
      I add photo to compare.
      Thanks.
      Regards, Jannis.

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    4. Hello.
      New addition of a cross.
      On the front side it says "1914 Allezeit Bereit 1.Reserve Kompanie"
      On the back the manufacturer has the stamp "FLECK & SOHN HAMBURG 3 GES Gesch"
      There are crosses 1st and 2nd class.
      My cross is 2nd class and the silver plating is "frosted".
      I have not found any information whether they have ever been worn-awarted.
      IMO, they are from manufacturer stock who are never awarted.
      I am very grateful for any information.
      Thanks.
      Regards, Jannis

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    5. 17 hours ago, Gordon Craig said:

      Jannis,

       

      Glad to hear that you have found a book that describes these awards.  Would you please tell me the title of the book and where I could buy a copy.  Perhaps I did not explain myself when I asked about the two awards pictured above.  While they are the same shape they are not the same award.  The painting in the medallion is different and one has the Jerusalem Cross in the arms while the other has two crowns and two double headed eagles.  The cross with the crowns appears to be the Order of the Orthodox Crusaders.  What is the other cross with the Jerusalem cross in the four arms?

       

      Regards,

       

      Gordon

       

      Hello Gordon.
      The book is in greek was printed in 2012 and had an edition of 500 pieces.
      The title is "Το Ταγμα Των Ορθοδοξων Σταυροφορων Του Παναγιου Ταφου" by
      M.G. Barbounis -P.D. Rizopoulos.
      Has been out of stock for a long time.
      But that's not a problem, I can scan the book and email it to you.
      Because, I'm for work, out of my home, until the end of next week,
      I can only do that next weekend.
      I contacted the author about the difference of the Emedals bagdes,
      let's see what he will answer.
      I found on the web an interesting variation of the Italian manufacturer S.Johnson.
      Regads, Jannis.

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    6. Hello Gordon.
      The book is in greek was printed in 2012 and had an edition of 500 pieces.
      The title is "Το Ταγμα Των Ορθοδοξων Σταυροφορων Του Παναγιου Ταφου" by
      M.G. Barbounis -P.D. Rizopoulos.
      Has been out of stock for a long time.
      But that's not a problem, I can scan the book and email it to you.
      Because, I'm for work, out of my home, until the end of next week,
      I can only do that next weekend.
      I contacted the author about the difference of the Emedals bagdes,
      let's see what he will answer.
      I found on the web an interesting variation of the Italian manufacturer S.Johnson.
      Regads, Jannis. 

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    7. On 04/04/2021 at 00:18, Gordon Craig said:

      Johannis,

       

      A question.  I've posted two pictures from the emedals site.  One clearly belongs to the Jerusalem Order.  The other seems to be related to the Orthodox church in Greece.  Perhaps you could explain the one that appears to be connected to the Orthodox church in Geece for me?

       

      Regards,

       

      Gordon

       

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      Hello from Gordon.
      I found and bought the book and contacted the author.
      His answer: 
      "All classes of the badge are for the neck and as you will see in the appendix of my book, yours is the Knights cross (Cross with crown).
      The ribbon is not original,in the photos its color appears as orange and not red.
      The cross is engraved with the degrees of silver (800) and the initials of Switzerland (CH). If you do not have the box to be sure who exactly is the manufacturer, only assumptions can be made.
      I guess it may be HUGENIN or LE LOCLE. Era before 1940."
      The classes are:
      Grand Cross (the cross on the neck, the star and the badge on the shoulder strap). 
      Knight's cross with star (Cross with laurels and crown)
      Knight's cross (Cross with laurels and crown)
      Knights (Cross with crown)
      Crusaders (Cross without crown)
      Thanks again for your interest and help.
      Regards,Jannis.   

    8. Hello from Greece.
      I found and bought the book and contacted the author.
      His answer: 
      "All classes of the badge are for neck and as you will see in the appendix of my book, yours is the Knights cross (Cross with crown).
      The ribbon is not original,in the photos its color appears as orange and not red.
      The cross is engraved with the degrees of silver (800) and the initials of Switzerland (CH). If you do not have the box to be sure who exactly is the manufacturer, only assumptions can be made.
      I guess it may be HUGENIN or LE LOCLE. Era before 1940."
      The classes are:
      Grand Cross (the cross on the neck, the star and the badge on the shoulder strap). 
      Knight's cross with star (Cross with laurels and crown)
      Knight's cross (Cross with laurels and crown)
      Knights (Cross with crown)
      Crusaders (Cross without crown)
      Thanks again for your interest and help.
      Regards,Jannis.   

    9. Hello.
      Thank you for the link.
      My cross dimension is 5.40 x 3.30 cm Mrs Kennedy's Grand Cross is 9.50 x 4.10 cm. 
      All crosses that I have found are at least Knight's Crosses to necklace with dimensions 9.50 to 14.00 cm.
      I don't have found  Knights o Crusaders crosses.
      My cross is smaller,maybe for Knights o Crusaders.
      I tried to find out the manufacturer  with this hallmark, without success.
      If I find out something more precise, I'll add here.
      Thanks again. 
      Regards, Jannis. 

    10. Hello.
      First of all, thank you very much for your comment and your interest.
      Yes, I asked, they said they didn't know because Jerusalem has an independent patriarchate.
      I asked in a Greek collector's forum, no answer so far.
      There is a book about the order, but unfortunately it is sold out.
      There are four classes there. 
      Grand Cross
      Knight's cross
      Knights
      Crusaders  
      I have seen Knight's cross with and without laurels, so I assume that at the older there were plain crosses 
      and the newer ones with laures.
      But that's not a fact, just my opinion.
      I add photos with Knight's crosses and two diplomas with datum 1957 and 2005. 
      Regards,Jannis.

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    11. Hello.
      New addition to my collection.
      The cross has dimensions 54 x 33 cm without the crown.
      Please,I would like information about the date of construction of this specific piece, the manufacturer and if there is a relevant link.
      What is the reason for the existence of a simple cross and one with laurels?
      Any information opinion and comment is welcome.
      Many thanks.
      Regards,Jannis.

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