2 Russian Front Medals - FAKE?

[luftkrieg]

Gents,

I have these 2 Russian Front medals in my collection for some time. They came as part of 2 separate groups i bought. As the photos show they are both different sizes and made from different metals. I was told the suspension ring has been replaced on the one on the right...looks like it an all.

Are they replicas or originals?

My thanks in advance for any help.
Pierce

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[MrSmith]

I would say you are correct regarding the suspension ring, but they both look to be original medals to me.

[kenneth wolfe]

I disagree and I do not like the second one.


Kenneth

[luftkrieg]

The one on the right i am really not sure on....i think these are casting seams (in red)...also it is smaller than the other one....

I hope to hear more opinions on these. It is my intention to sell them and do not want to be selling fakes as the real deal!

Thanks
Pierce

[Chet Sowersby]

The first looks to be orginal. IMO the second one is a casting.

Chet

[luftkrieg]

Thank you gentlemen fo your help in determining what is good and what is bad. I will soon put them up for sale in the appropriate e-stand sections.

Kind regards
Pierce