Order of Red star - opinions please

[Valter Gorenc]

A friend of mine who doesn't collect militaria got this order of red star in some lot and I'd like to help him with evaluation. I think it's a good one, awarded as long service in 1957, but I'd like more experienced guys to look at. What would be average value for that piece? Thanks in advance.

high-res pics here:_

http://forums.watchuseek.com/attachm...dr-cropped.jpg

http://www.flickr.com/photos/gojoshg...11433/sizes/l/

[vacollector]

The base plate is not original to the badge. Besides that it is an good piece, but I think it was awards well after the 1960s.

[Valter Gorenc]

Thanks for your reply! What do you mean as base plate? The reverse of the badge, where s/n and screw are placed, or the screwing disc (nut)?

[Eric Gaumann]

Looks good to me despite the strange photos. The screwplate has some strange coloration to it but I think it's original. Agree that it's most likely a Long Service award from 1956/'57.
Worth somewhere around $50, IMO.

[luftwaffenkopf]

good one for $50-60 i try to get a 6 digit version, at least

[Lubo]

...before it becomes another useless thread after they remove the pics from the temp holder ...

[Eric Gaumann]

good one for $50-60 i try to get a 6 digit version, at least

Once one gets below the one million serial number range the price starts to go up I'd say.

[Valter Gorenc]

Gentlemen, thanks alot for your opinions, I appreciate your help!