Demjansk shield - opinions?

[zf41]

Hi,

what can the experts say about this one?

thanks for your opinions;

[Tim B.]

Hello,

Looks original to me. Interesting, it may actually be one of the so-called "missing log" variety before the log (or top portion of the "9") went missing.

Post it over on the General Awards section for more comments.
Tim

[Patrick W]

I like it, and agree with Tim

[zf41]

thanks guys!

[pantherv]

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I agree to....the missing log type without the die flaws....nice

KR..Peter

[Tim B.]

Just adding some reference shots for you to compare if the thread stops here.

Here's one of mine; note the missing log on the right hand side. What you want to compare is the shapes and varying sizes on the logs; the date numbers and the swastika for starters. Other points will become obvious as well.

Tim

[Tim B.]

I believe this shot was actually Peter's but sure he won't mind posting it here. Note the different die flaws on these.
Tim

[Steve P]

Nice piece man!

[zf41]

thanks a lot for the detailed information! great!!

that's what I really appreciate about this forum!
good, detailed info which helps to learn more about the hobby!

[pantherv]

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I believe this shot was actually Peter's but sure he won't mind posting it here. Note the different die flaws on these.
Tim

That's a great comparison showing the different stages this shield started to degrade but not my pic Tim.
This one's Filip's handywork....

Best...Peter

[Tim B.]

That's a great comparison showing the different stages this shield started to degrade but not my pic Tim.
This one's Filip's handywork....

Best...Peter

Oops, my bad. Credit to Filip; another great shield collector!!
Tim