Scott Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 I've already got a nice one, but might be tempted to get another. However, I definitely want opinions on it before I contemplate the purchase. I've asked the seller if there are any markings on the lower arm - I'll post the reply when I get it. Were period HHOx's ever completely unmarked? Anyway, all opinions welcome.Thanks!Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted February 9, 2008 Author Share Posted February 9, 2008 Another close-up of the front... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Komtur Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 ... Were period HHOx's ever completely unmarked? ...ScottThe shown HOH X looks like a genuine period Wagner or Friedl?nder. As we know it from the pour le m?rite, the knight HOH of Wagner and Friedl?nder are not to distinguish. I know such orders unmarked, but in every detail identical.with regards, Komtur.A marked "W" in gold: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Komtur Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 A marked "W" in gold revers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schießplatzmeister Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 Hello Scott:I like the piece that you show. It appears to be a period piece that comforms in detail to known originals by Wagner. It should command a slightly lower price being unmarked however. I have seen later copies (purchased by recipients) in mounted medal groups, but they are rather crude compared to the WWI-era pieces.I used to own a piece that was identical to a "textbook" Wagner piece, except that it was marked "938" on the lower arm and had no other markings.I hope that you find this information useful.Best regards,"SPM" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Huxley Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 Hello Scott,Yes, IMHO the piece you have shown is correct for a Wagner made award. Here's a couple of pics of mine, which is marked "938 W" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted February 10, 2008 Author Share Posted February 10, 2008 Gentlemen, thank you for your replys and opinions - you have some beautiful examples! With luck, I will hear soon if the example I showed is marked or not.Thanks again.Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medalnet Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 I've already got a nice one, but might be tempted to get another. However, I definitely want opinions on it before I contemplate the purchase. I've asked the seller if there are any markings on the lower arm - I'll post the reply when I get it. Were period HHOx's ever completely unmarked? Anyway, all opinions welcome.Thanks!ScottThe reverse picture you are showing shows a light indentation on the lower cross arm. This normally indicated punch marks. I would be surprised if this one has no markings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medalnet Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Since you guys are on the topic of Hohenzollerns with swords. Check out what the postman delivered last week: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medalnet Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 It is the twin brother of: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted February 10, 2008 Author Share Posted February 10, 2008 Nice find! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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