Why

[Imperial-German]

Do there seem to be so many West Wall medals on the market with packets? (usually Karl Doellath and described as late war)

Are they fake?

[Adrian Stevenson]

These are OK. A batch were found some years ago now. Ususally the ribbons are modern replacements though and will glow under a blacklight.

Cheers, Ade.

PS. You made a typo regarding the maker. It should read Poellath.