EK 1939 1939 EK2 maker '23'

[Richard Gordon]

Hey you EK2 guys!!

I have here what I believe are 2 '23' EK2's (well one is clearly marked as such). I have looked long and hard at the 2 and believe both are the same maker, even though there is a distinct difference in height in the '1813' and the core and frosting have very different finishes.

Would you agree both are from the same maker??

Rich

Edited February 23, 2008 by Richard Gordon

[Richard Gordon]

Sorry, really didn't do well with that first pic!

[martin3]

Indeed very much similarities!

I guess this is plausible.

I am happy you showed this 23 and mentioned the extreme low 1813 date.

I own an unmarked cross with the same characteristics as you mentioned, so I think I can safely declare this a 23?

Pics are given more contrast and brightness, due to a lack of light today...

Regards,

Martin

[martin3]

[Richard Gordon]

Martin

Perhaps this maker used 2 cores? Maybe an early and a late version?

Rich

[Bill Garvy]

Good eye, Rich, and a reasonable hypothesis as well.

Here's another example resembling your cross on the left. . .

[Bill Garvy]

From the reverse. . .

The core finishes appear very similar. . .

[martin3]

Wasn't there a theory those smaller suspension rings where on crosses meant for Spangen?

I am still a bit puzzeled by the why of the two types 23.

So every now and then I hop by to see if some new info has been found.

I still haven't found any...

Regards,

Martin

[Richard Gordon]

Martin

I don't know the reason for the smaller rings but if I had to guess I would also say for the mounted medal bar.

Rich

[vestae]

Hello All,

just superb Cross

Congratulation

Sebastien.

[TRAVLRSEASIA]

Hello Richard;

As many Ek collectors are aware; makers 23, 24, and 25 were actually a guild of independent colocated artisans associated under one administrative collective. All three makers had varying cores; particularly 25; which in particular had both a very dark Matt finished core (akin to Bill Garvy's 23) and a smoother core. I have two 24s of varying core texture, both in nice condition; and in reviewing this forum as well as WAF have seen both regularly displayed among quality collections.

I would just like to add the 23 Eks displayed here are fanstastic..nice going!

-Kevin

[buellmeister]

Kevin,

Interesting information. I own a "24" and certainly will need to keep my eye's open for a "23" . Gentlemen, very nice Crosses!

Regards,

Joel

Edited April 17, 2008 by buellmeister