Medaille für den Italiensch-Deutschen Feldzug in Afrika - Real or Fake?

[Barry Goldwater]

Hello all!

I recently stumbled upon this piece online. I understand that the photos are limited, but is it possible to tell from these whether or not this piece is original or a modern reproduction?

Regards,

Duncan.

[harryamb2]

looks ok.

[Barry Goldwater]

Thank you for your reply. I was initially concerned at its apparent cleanliness and sheen.

[Barry Goldwater]

Managed to get another picture.

[jamoros]

Good one

[paulp4180]

Great addition to your collection, you can see the difference in quality compared to the one I acquired:

https://www.warrelics.eu/forum/itali...67/?highlight=

[Barry Goldwater]

Great addition to your collection, you can see the difference in quality compared to the one I acquired:

https://www.warrelics.eu/forum/itali...67/?highlight=

Thank you for the comparison. It's a great addition to my collection indeed. Took a while to find an original.

Regards,

Duncan.

[Barry Goldwater]

Hello again!

I have attached some new photos of my original Medaille für den Italiensch-Deutschen Feldzug in Afrika. Not sure if the ribbon is original, but the medal is. The reason I have created this post is to ask a few questions in regards to the different types of these awards. There are a few different stampings, ribbons and colors available - all of which can be genuine if they match up with the reference guides. My questions are listed below:

1. How many of these awards were issued?

2. Why do some awards have a bronze coloring while others have a metallic zinc coloring?

3. Why are there different ribbons available?

4. Is my example an early or late example?

I offer my thanks in advance to anybody who takes the time to have a look at my original example, and provide their expertise in answering the four questions set out above.

Best regards,

Duncan.

[Barry Goldwater]

looks ok.

Would you be able to tell me anything about the history of this medal? I have listed some questions below?

Thanks.

Duncan.

[Barry Goldwater]

Good one

Would you be able to help me out with some of the history of this medal? I have listed a few questions below.

Cheers!