new ribbon for an old cross

[Chopperman]

While I don't usually support the idea of fake ribbons, this cross has had
a fake ribbon on it the entire time that I have owned it. Which has bothered me
for years. Not only was it not folded as a traditional woman's bow, it was also the
wrong size. So I went about searching for some correct ribbon without a lot of luck.

I contacted several dealers in Germany and settled on a piece of the correct width
replacement ribbon from the 1960s.

I figure that this is for my own display case and I would never dream of selling it as "original"
so what's the harm in trading one fake ribbon for a better fake ribbon. At least it looks correct.

[Chopperman]

At least it looks correct.

except for a little tweaking to make it look more symmetrical.



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[TabsTabs1964]

The result is fantastic Greg, IMHO you are totally right. I congratulate you.
Santi

[Chopperman]

Thanks Santi.

[rbminis]

Very nice Greg!
I would say it's no problem until an original comes along.
Love these crosses and would like to add one to my collection as well.
Ralph.

[Chopperman]

Thanks Ralph,
I'm considering this a practice run so that I'll have an idea of
what to do when an original piece of ribbon becomes available.

Original 34mm wide non-com ribbon is getting hard to find.

[Pauls1970]

Greg, looks brilliant mate.... finishing touches !
Regards
Paul

[AndyM35]

Greg, I think what you have created is very tasteful and the ribbon really competes the display.

I only saw one of these crosses online a few months ago and find them quite exquisite and your example is no exception.

Andy

[Chopperman]

Greg, looks brilliant mate.... finishing touches !
Regards
Paul

Greg, I think what you have created is very tasteful and the ribbon really competes the display.

I only saw one of these crosses online a few months ago and find them quite exquisite and your example is no exception.

Andy

Paul, Andy. Thanks very much.

[guns ltd]

Looks good Greg..




John