18 Pulk Ulanow

[Zernifin]

Hello,

what do you think of this badge? Is it good? Unfortunately I have not better pictures.

Best Regards
Bartek

[Zernifin]

Anyone? I think this one is a good badge. Am I wrong...?

[A.J. Zawadzki]

Hello - I don't have much in the way of reference material for known genuine examples of this badge. Although the pictures are weak, there are visible differences in the construction (use of the large 'rivets') and other details from the examples purported to be genuine. Based that that I am leaning towards this badge being an old copy that has had a genuine Gontarczyk spinner added.

Regards,
Tony

[Zernifin]

Hello,

thank you for opinion about this badge. It's very helpful.

Best Regards
Bartek

[A.J. Zawadzki]

Bartek, you're most welcome. Sorry that I cannot be any more conclusive.

I noticed this badge up for auction at present. For what it's worth I add that another way to guage possible authenticity is to watch the bidding. The 18PU badge is sought after, and a genuine example should see interest from miltiple bidders. By no means should you use this to make a decision to bid (each badge must be evaluated on its own merits) but there are many knowledgeable collectors who buy on Allegro, so a genuine badge should typically see a strong result with several bids.

Cheers,
Tony

[jaxmon]

mine looks like this: