A friend sent me these pics of what he called a u-boat medal. He is interested in it due to his years in the Silent Service. I told him it is a watch fob. Is this u-boat related?He believes so due to the torpedo. Opinions? Rich A. in Pa.
A friend sent me these pics of what he called a u-boat medal. He is interested in it due to his years in the Silent Service. I told him it is a watch fob. Is this u-boat related?He believes so due to the torpedo. Opinions? Rich A. in Pa.
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It is a watch fob, except the attached clip looks more like an aerial bomb.
A torpedo is not tapered as drastically as this. Not sure if it is
a 'period' piece from these photos............
Regards,
Steve.
Thanks! I sent him a link. Rich A. in Pa.
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Please check out the new photo that was added.
Ray
On closer inspection of the propeller at the back, it would indeed appear
to be a torpedo, as you originally stated, and a specialty rating is
likely what it signifies, IMO.
I have seen 'similar' watchfobs - though not military related - in the $50
to $100 range. With the dated Iron Cross and torpedo, I could see
it making at least that, perhaps more if it is truly a period piece.
Regards,
Steve.
Rich, I concour with Walkwolf....IMO a nice personal memento of a mans service in the Imperial German Navy, the "Kaiserliche Marine", most probably in a U-Boat, probably a post war (1920's) piece produced commercially for the Veterans market, personilised with his date of service. Prost ! Steve.
Guys,Thanks for helping my friend. Rich A. in Pa.
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