Totenkopf for Leib Husaren Pelzmütze

[Berra]

Hi guys.
Found this skull with some other items. My wildest guess is that its not a genuine one and I know these have been heavily reproduced so any thoughts?

best regards
Bjorn

[Arran]

To me it looks like a real one- the detail is quite good...

[Berra]

Thanks arran. Anyone else has any opinions on this piece?

Cheers
Bjorn

[Berra]

I expect this skull to arrive tomorrow can anyone advice where to get some information regarding reproductions and genuine skulls?

Best regards
Bjorn

[Berra]

Just thought I'd bump this thread and see if anyone has any idea about this one. All opinions are welcome so dont be shy :-)

Cheers
Bjorn

[STUG III]

Hussar Totenkopfs

Three different skulls shown. Lower left was bought at the SOS from J.D. Turinetti, upper skull fro a Forum member smaller size.Lower right, and not sure of time line, or it's authenticity, a little over done for a fake though, marked with 'A', Assmann and D.R.G.M. What size is yours? It's looks period with all the detail.

[STUG III]

Hussar Totenkopfs

Front shot of the 3, Berra. I like yours, but would like to know the size. Thanks for sharing!

[Sergeant 08]

The Assmann marked skull is no original. You can find this skull pattern regularly in auctions.

[STUG III]

Hussar Totenkopfs

I knew the Assmann skull was bogus, just wanted to show in comparison with the other items. Wish people would share other Totenkopf's of the same period. Back pictures of said skulls would be appreciated to show mounting techniques. Thanks to all.

[Hoss]

Hello Bjorn
I conferred with an authority unless Gents have anything to add does not look good, sorry.

Eric

[Berra]

Ok, well sometimes you get lucky and sometimes not. Thanks for the help

[Britian_Jacky]

hang on why are skulls heavily reproduced?

[Sergeant 08]

hang on why are skulls heavily reproduced?

Because they are so popular in collections.

[starikurac]

Some thoughts on this skull?

[starikurac]

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