Memel Medal & Packet from the SOS

[Rommel1933]

Jamie Cross wants $510 for that Memel medal. I'd be curious if anyone else thinks its bad?

[Tom Yanacek]

Hello guys,

I also think that the medal and packet shown in this thread are fakes. As far as I know, the word "Anschluß" was used only in reference to the unification of Austria with Germany. It had nothing to do with the return of the Memel District. And back in those days, any German word that ended in a double 's' was spelled with an Eszett (ß) regardless of whether preceded by a long or short vowel. The correct spelling would be "Anschluß", not "Anschluss". Therefore, IMO, the packet is completely bogus. In addition, the same maker marking (Josef Feix Söhne within an ellipse) has been found on other fake packets for the East Medal and General Assault Badge, as well as on the paper backings of some fake campaign shields.

Best regards,
Tom