SS skull M1/52 cupal

[carlsson1982]

I want to share this skull here to refresh ou memories...

[ToxicGas]

Very nice. I think the M1/52 is my favourite variety of Totenkopf. I like their details, and their 'expression', which seems to differ with each type.

I assume when new this would have had a silver finish?

Mat

[carlsson1982]

Yes It has normally a silver finnish. You can see some traces of It. This one has never been in collector's hand.

[ToxicGas]

I thought so. Is there a reason why they didn't just produce them from a cheap silver metal? Also, what do you mean by 'never been in collector's hand'? Just curious.

Mat

[M18922]

if you dont mind telling me, how much do these cost? i never see them for sale.

cheers,
-Patrick

[ToxicGas]

The last price I saw quoted for one sold was £250, which apparently was relatively cheap. I think it was another kind to this though. The different kinds of Totenkopf of course have different values, and condition factors into things as usual.

Mat

[carlsson1982]

SS skulls go from 500 to 1500$, depending on the rarity, material and condition.

[carlsson1982]

another one has arrived as well...

[ToxicGas]

I really like that new one. Are these both of the same metal? It's interesting to see the differences in colouration.

Mat

[carlsson1982]

The one on the left is the early Deschler ('34) in Nickel-silver, the right one is Cupal.