UBB.threads Forums Uniform & Accessories The Honor Ring Forum The fakes get better, not worse.

the real problem with the first ring posted is.... You show these 2 hallmarks to any experienced professional jeweler and they will all say the same thing. They are authentic hallmarks.

That is the early Austrian , later Sudetengau hallmark, ,,the content also another nice stamp.. Yes we have fake hallmarks today sure. But these are proper.. When seen many saw the marks and those sharper with access to the early adverts see the ring even has the same finish as what was being offered Oxidized Silver' [blackish/tarnished]...

I would still go with,,you have this and its nice n thin, clear hallmarks, no big flaws and you want the early pieces keep it. Its got to catch your eye and you must like it... Anyone buying any military regalia to make a profit is playing a dangerous game..

Please, anyone that see's other examples feel free to add here any time....