Star of the Grand Cross of the Iron Cross

[Laurence Strong]

Here is another Imperial item and I was looking for opinions on this one.

Edited March 24, 2007 by Laurence Strong

[Laurence Strong]

Some apparant flaws.

[Ed_Haynes]

Interesting question.

How does one evaluate specimens of a unique piece that is seen all the time?

[Stogieman]

Looks like an Austrian copy...

[Laurence Strong]

Hi Guys

Thanks for the info. When were these "Austrian copy's" made approx?

[Stogieman]

This piece has been continuosly copied since 1914....... There was only one made.

[Wild Card]

Interesting question.

How does one evaluate specimens of a unique piece that is seen all the time?

Indeed.

I would suggest two criteria. First would be the accuracy to detail and then would come the quality of workmanship. As you know, this is a seemingly endless situation with regard to the more common Pour le Merite.

[VtwinVince]

I believe there is a Bluecherstern currently up for grabs on Weitze's site.....