1870 2nd Class Iron Cross

[Bob Hritz]

This piece was offered to me and I do not like the aging and rust color. it looks chemically applied.

I searched the fakes that were posted and could not find a match.

For your discussion:

Bob Hritz

[streptile]

Hi Bob,

That is a well-known fake, thought to originate in Latvia.

[Bob Hritz]

Thank you very much. The aging looks very artificial.

I appreciate your assistance.

Bob Hritz

[gregM]

Agreed. The latvian fake4 can be found dated 1813 thru 1939 and with
different attachment styles and makers marks.

[Don D.]

Nice compilation Greg. These things are breeding fast- sorta like "The Trouble with Tribbles" from Star Trek.