Hitler Youth proficiency badge - any good?

[Zeigler]

I have my doubts already but might as well take a shot. Fake?

[Tom Yanacek]

Hello,

I agree with your suspicions about the badge. IMO it is a cast fake. The entire reverse has a "cupped" appearance with sunken center and raised lip around the edges and cutouts. Looks like some pitting as well. All very indicative of casting.

Best regards,
Tom

[Zeigler]

Thanks Tom!