IAB fake on tunic

[kray]

Hi guys, I saw this tunic recently
Imo this had a fake IAB attached many years ago

[fischer]

Hi Alexander

Do you know if the tunic is considered original?

If so, it appears this example seems to shows up with original items.
Years ago, I purchased a grouping of various badges, docs, etc. and among the original items it also contained this same IAB.

I assumed it was a replacement for the broken IAB thinking someone years later purchased it and had been sold a fake.

Best Regards, fischer

[fischer]

Here is a scan of the IAB...

[kray]

Hi Fischer, the tunic is being discussed here but it seems the eagle is also a fake and it might be artificial aged.
So there are some red flags about the tunic.
The Iab was sewn on the tunic.
I assume these IAB's are very old copies.

[Thomas Durante]

Indeed, old copies based on the Deumer design, but interesting that its not just a clear casting of a Deumer. The chest and acorns are noticeably different and the details are a good bit softer than originals.

Tom