Unknow badge

[Frederic H]

I found this badge along with a ww1 medals . I do not know what it is, and would welcome all opinions and comments in regards to its origin. All info is very much apprciated. Thanks in advance
-Frederic

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[Frederic H]

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[Brian L.]

I think a Polish regimental badge.

[Frederic H]

It’s not Polish as far as I know. Polish badges typically will have full or abbreviated text identifying their purpose as a regimental or commemorative badge.
- Frederic

[Frederic H]

any opinion ?

[Chip M]

It seems to be too plain to be a Russian regimental badge. They usually have more information on them. I'm not greatly familiar with Freikorps badges, but then the screw-post is not your more typical German way of attaching things. Wish I could shed more light on this.

Regards,
Chip

[Frederic H]

Hi guys , this is Russian Imperial Silver Regimental badge of 197th Lesnoy Infantry Regiment , very rare !!!
-Frederic

[Mike Kenny]

I'd guess it's some sort of religious item, assuming it doesn't screw onto something else as a central device.

Regards
Mike

[Frederic H]

http://ua-ru.com/images/3000-3999/3661/1.php

[Chip M]

Jackpot!

[Brian L.]

NICELY DONE.

I'd say that the one here is better quality manufacture than the one illustrated on the website, thus making it even more valuable.

[Biro]

I can't comment on the item itself - I have never even heard of one, however I would pay absolutely NO attention to the $6500 price estimate of that Russian dealer - he has a fake attributed PLM and oaks on the site for the ludicrous sum of $100,000.00

This one is available right now on ebay for $1,595.00
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rare-84-Silv...-/220909258410

I hope for your sake it is a genuine item.