I dont collect badges but was offered this panzer badge with some other items. Is is genuine?? Would also like ball park value if available.
thanks
Bill

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Hello Chubbs,

That looks like a good A.D. Schwerdt or Adolf Scholze PAB. Would be nice to see the catch but if in good shape I would give a ballpark value of $150 to $175.

Best regards,
Richard
http://kriegkreuz.com/

Richard,
Thanks for the reply. Attached is a photo of the catch. There is some corrosion? on the head of the eagle and the details are not very clear. Were these a nickle finish origionally?
Can they be cleaned? Should it be left alone?
Thanks again
Bill

Thanks for the catch photo. Yes indeed, that's a good one. As for cleaning, I generally leave items alone but that's your call ;~) The Restoration & Conservation Forum may offer help on best way to clean.

Best regards,
Richard
http://kriegkreuz.com/

Nice original A.D. Schwerdt PAB. Put some vasoline on it for 24 hours and then wipe it off.
Don

Link to an excelent site. You can click on the images and hold your badge along side for comparison.
--dj--Joe

http://tankbadges.homestead.com/

Thanks for the help guys. Joe-- The web site suggested is very helpful also. there are great photos to compare with. I am going to try the vasoline suggestion.
Regards
Bill

Hello there,

This is a great badge.

William Kramer