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#130885 02/10/2006 12:20 AM
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Would like to get some opinions and if they are original metals.

The Fire Bregade is marked : W.KOLWITZ BERGEDORF M9/72

The War Merit is unmarked.

And maybe help put a value on them.

Thanks For The Help, Tommy

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I am not familiar enough on all makes of KVK 1st class but the Feuerwehr Ehrenzeichen 1st class is a known fake.The original should measure 58-60mm. This fake will measure approximately 43mm, which is the correct size for the second class award. M9 is a code used on tinnies not awards and decorations. Most 1st class awards will also be vaulted and the fake will not be. Sorry, hope someone can comment more positively on the KVK. Regards, Duane

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Again, can't help with the KVK I'm afraid, but Duane is spot on with the fire cross. This one is a well documented fake.

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http://daggers.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/800097573/m/3890072693

Perhaps the above thread will be of use in cross checking your KVK.
Can you post a closer view obverse and reverse of the KVK and the clamshell screwback?

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Thanks Guys,Joe will get some more pic. up for you. Thanks, Tommy

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Here are some more photos of the KVK 1st.
Thanks For The Help, Tommy

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This has no maker marks or numbers on the back.

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I do not see any red flags. It looks like the S&L that Jamie posted in the above link, (4 mark).

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