Last an 1870 EKII

[GWA]

As with the others, I don't remember when or where I got this. I do know that the questionable embellishments to the ribbon were acquired by me and added later.

[GWA]

The "bling".

[streptile]

Unfortunately, the cross is a known fake called the "Ninth Bead Fake." I have very serious doubts about the other two attachments, as you seem to also.

[Don D.]

I agree. You see this type of setup almost every day. Though the repeat bar makes a nice filler for an award most will never own.

[VtwinVince]

I hope you're not paying money for this stuff.

[münster]

I agree. You see this type of setup almost every day. Though the repeat bar makes a nice filler for an award most will never own.

Ive learned from scanning ebay in 5 minutes that the 25 font and oakleaf are crap.
The clasp is already known to me as being complete HS.

Im new to 1870s but I got an education on fakes just surfing ebay.

Sorry on the piece GWA.

Best
DIon

[gregM]

Here's a thread about 9th bead fakes that you might find interesting.

http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...light=9th+bead