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    late war zinc or later war junk??

    Hi guys
    Some things look ok and some don't What do you think Thanks In advance David R.
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    back very crude ?? played with or fake
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        Dear David,

        My guess is that the badge is an original. Here is what I imagine could have happened to the wreath: it looks as if the badge was dipped way too long (probably without supervision) in a silver dip bath. The acid dissolved some of the zinc surface, while the Buntmetall eagle got well "cleaned" (finish lost) but did not deteriorate in its form.

        The pin set up is typical for zinc Assmanns, no problem with that.

        Cheers, Frank
        Cheers, Frank

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          Hi David

          Your badge looks like a typical mid-war made zinc Assmann. That said, however, it looks like someone has messed with it. The finish on the eagle does not look natural and does not match the rest of the badge. Obiviously its been altered IMO.

          Best regards
          Ken
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            David

            Mine has what I believe to be the original finish. This one is sort of minty, with just a trace of wear.

            Shown with its well used Para cousin.

            Ken
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