Thoughts on a SHuCo 41 Infanterie Sturmabzeichen im silber

[08SMLE48]

Found this abzeichen for $150 at an antique shop not far away. I am just beginning to learn TR items and need y’alls thoughts on this one. I think it looks like a good 5 vein Infanterie Sturmabzeichen I’m Silber from what I’ve found on other threads just a little worn though and I think the pin on the back is a replacement. Any thoughts and wisdom for this TR rookie would be great! Thanks in advance fellas!!

[fischer]

I would stay away from this one.
Actually, this one is trying to be a 4-vein.

Here is one I have to compare.

Best Regards, fischer

[08SMLE48]

Thanks Fischer. I see what you mean with it being a 4 vein but as I compare the only differences I see is that yours detail is more crisp as the one I found it has a softer more worn appearance. Is there something else I’m over looking or is this the reason you’d pass??

[fischer]

I'm of the opinion this one is a cast from an original.

I do not like the breast feathers, the ribbon and the berry band area circled.

Best Regards, fischer

[08SMLE48]

Thanks Fischer. I see what your talking about. And it all makes sense that it’s a casting. Thank you very much for your help I appreciate it!