Deutsches Schwerathleten Sportabzeichen

[saruman]

Hello,

Could you say me please if this badge an authentic one is, or a fake ?
Thank you very much !

Best regards

[Justin Holmes]

Hi,
Looks like a cast copy. I believe originals are usually in tombac or bronze and don't utilize that thick hinge setup.

Rgds, Justin

[RonR]

A badge to recognize proficiency in heavy athletics was instituted in 1937.


Heavy athletics involved the more muscular activities such as boxing, weight lifting wrestling and similar sports.


Here is one to compare.....the catch on this one has been repaired....


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[RonR]

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[RonR]

And the matching stickpin......


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[saruman]

Ok, thank you very much for help !
So, you think it's a fake ?

Best regards

[peterm]

Ok, thank you very much for help !
So, you think it's a fake ?

Best regards

YES, 100%!

Best regards, Peter

[Br. James]

Beautiful examples, as always, Ron!!

Br. James