Golden Bavarian bravery medal Maximilian Joseph

[Richard V]

Is this just a well worn piece missing its hanger or is this some type of electrotype copy? Weight is 20.5 gms and diameter about 34 mm plus. It appears to lack the detail of an original but that could be due to wear. It does have signs that there was a ring attached at the top. I'm also concerned about the "pimple" that is evident in the field just to the southwest of his chin (just short of the I in Maximilian). Any comments welcome.

Richard V

Edited June 5, 2009 by Richard V

[Richard V]

Reverse.

[militaria0815]

Hard to estimate when you have it not in hands, so far questionable.

[Richard V]

I find it questionable as well. Thanks for your input.

Richard V.

[Schießplatzmeister]

Hello folks:

Actually, I didn't find anything particularly questionable about this piece. It seemed to me a well-worn original with the suspension loop broken off. Someone else thought this too, as it sold for a decent price!

Best regards,

"SPM"

[PJS]

I agree..nice piece plenty of history attached to this one. Well worn and absolutely authentic in my view.