Luftschutz medal for review

[Snoman]

New acquisition.Does it appear to be original?
Thanks for looking.
Steve

[Snoman]

Obverse

[Tom Yanacek]

Hello Steve,

Sorry, but it looks like a cast fake to me. There are just too many pits in both the front and reverse, especially the reverse. The lettering on the front and the '1938' date on the reverse lack the crispness seen on originals. I'm seeing too many signs of a crude casting process.

Best regards,
Tom

[Tom Yanacek]

Here is an original one to compare:

[Tom Yanacek]

A bit larger. Notice the distinct stippling to the center areas of both the front and reverse as well as the crispness to the letters and numbers.

[rlimike]

New acquisition.Does it appear to be original?
Thanks for looking.
Steve

Definitely a cast repro .

[Snoman]

Appreciate your responses.
Steve