Thank you Felix, you do indeed make a strong case. I will study the photos you posted, and if in fact the lower photo is a definite fake,(this is my first exposure to this reproduction eagle and my eyesight is not the best for fine detail) then it appears that my eagle is also a reproduction. I thank you for you input. I would be most greatful for anyone elses opinion or comments before I close the subject and put this eagle to rest. Thanks again Drbill and Felix.