Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse.

[johanis1860]

Hello.
I have received today me first EK2.
Has the number 3 as maker mark on the ring
and the core is magnetic
I believe is an original, but I am not an expert.
Is original paint or is repaint?
Please I will your opinion.
Every opinion and answer is welcome.
Best regards, Jannis

[Rik.S]

The herstellerpunze '3' is for Wilhelm Deumer. To me it looks authentic. And in my opinion the paint is original. All it needs is a nice ribbon to make it complete.

Regards, Rik

[Woolgar]

Yes indeed a nice Deumer

Nick

[johanis1860]

Hello.
Thanks for your comment.
I would also like to complete it.
An original EK2 ribbon,must not glow under black light.
Is this correct?
Thank you.
Regards, Jannis

[Rik.S]

Yes, that's correct. But there are more details to look at. I've posted a link for you, look at post #6 by Big Ned, It shows the differences between original and repro ribbons.

Original Treue Dienst Ehrenzeichen, 25 Jahre Boxes and Ribbon?

Regards, Rik

[johanis1860]

Hello.
Thank you,for the link,was really helpful to me.
Regards,Jannis.

[buellmeister]

Well done on your first cross! These are addictive be careful.

[johanis1860]

Hello.
Thanks for your warning, but unfortunately too late, I am
the last 30 years addicted,but I like it.
Regards, Jannis