RK to KVK

[tom hansen]

Yup. I actually got two! They are identical in appearance, in that both are 38.2 g and have the die flaws. The only difference is that one is cased and the other is not. One has provenance, the other does not.

[RoyA]

TWO???

[tom hansen]

Yes, a greedy pig is an accurate description. But note also that the pig is smiling ! I really think that with these pieces, many of the very subtle characteristics come out and define the pieces when compared side by side with a loop. That is the reason I have tried to get at least two of the pieces I am interested in, so I can catalog and compare small flaws that will allow some distinction between wear nicks and "scrapes" and real differences and flaws in the dies. There are several more "flaws" in these crosses, beyond the two biggies, that help define the descher RK KVK. Likewise, the juncker RKs will be damn near impossible to fake, given the numerous subtle flaws that are consistent, and can be seen when comparing several examples side by side.



BTW- Great picture!!!!!

[MH184]

Good morning Tom or is it evening where you are


Can you please post some pictures of the catch for me........I'm trying to find variations in the RK KVK catch.

Or indeed anyone who has one of these boxes, if they would be kind to help me please.

Kind regards,

Marcus

[tom hansen]

Hello Marcus-

Yes it is evening here. I will get some photos of the catch to the case and post them tommorrow. The kids have the real computer now, so I can get some photos some time tommorrow.

[tom hansen]

Here is the catch and other photos

[tom hansen]

reverse catch

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hinge

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cross

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reverse

[tom hansen]

maker mark- Drew has better eyes than I do. Unfortunately, he thought it was a "600", therefore upside down

[tom hansen]

close-up

[tom hansen]

The other piece has been photographed and posted here before. Both have the same flaws and both are 38.2 g. Anyone want to weigh in on the lighter vs heavier pieces (38.2 vs 42.5) as far as time of production, appearance of flaws?
I would think the flawed pieces, if the same die was used, would have to be later, when flaws developed. However, there are a total of eight distinct flaws, and it would be interesting to see if the others are on the earlier, 42.5g crosses. Thanks


Gordon, Chris


Are you guys interested in that time line issue relative to these crosses? Thanks

[MH184]

Beautiful Tom and thank you for the catch picture, thats just like my one. I think there are one or two differences in these and I'm trying to find them all.

Kr

Marcus

[Johnnie_Walker]

Hello!Eveyone !
This is my friend medal . I want to hear your advice about this medal.
Thank you very much!

walker