My First 1870 EK2. Finally!

[Steve Campbell]

I finally took the plunge and picked up an 1870 EK2, my first. I honestly don't know much about these. I know there are awarded pieces, Jubilee pieces from 1895 etc. I believe this one is a Wagner. Any other information? I picked it up over on GMIC. I believe it has previously belonged to member Dave B and author Gordon Williamson.

It's in better shape than the pictures show, but it does have paint wear. The core rattles in the frame. The frame is slightly larger than a 1914 EK2. The ribbon looks like it belongs with the cross, but who knows.

[Steve Campbell]

Some more pictures, including a better shot of the ribbon. Any way to tell if it's from the same era or maybe a 1914 ribbon?

[Steve Campbell]

With two from the other series. Just an 1813 to go. One of these days.......

That's a KO in the middle, and the 1939 is a 21 by Godet.

[gregM]

I like it Steve
Congrats on a very nice cross.

[Steve Campbell]

I like it Steve
Congrats on a very nice cross.

Thanks Greg. Any ideas on the era? Award piece? Later? Maker?

[Marc Garlasco]

Beautiful piece! Congrats The BEST manufacture if you ask me.

[Von Eisen]

Yes Congrats, very nice Steve ... is this the A core

[evilmike]

Congrats Steve.... there's always something else to get with the EK's thats one i hope to find one day

[streptile]

Any ideas on the era? Award piece? Later? Maker?

Steve, so many questions. Just admire the beauty of the piece .

[Montgomery Burns]

congratulations,,,,,,

regards kay

[kriztof]

This is one of the nicest I've seen & the family shot looks great. Congrats man, I'm jello

Chris

[Steve Campbell]

Steve, so many questions. Just admire the beauty of the piece .

So true! Thanks everyone for the great comments. It's a good feeling tp finally fill in this particular hole in my collection. Many holes left of course. Big expensive holes.

[Steve Mezey]

Congratulations

I am very happy for you Steve. Good things happen to good people! I know you have been looking for one for a long time and I am glad you finally acquired one for your collection.

All the best
Steve Mezey

[morel5000]

Nice one Steve;

Big expensive holes.

What is your goal? All versions of all times? Also special ones?
Good luck!

Best regards,
Michel

[Roglebk]

steve, so many questions. Just admire the beauty of the piece .

So true!