Medal value?

ONEALM · 31 January 2003, 08:54 AM

Mannock -

Those images helped somewhat, but are too indistinct to give a very accurate reprentation of the condition. On first sight it looks to be in fine shape though.

You should also check if it is hallmarked for either silver content - probably around .938 - or makers marks. If the case gives a clue to the jeweler, the maker mark should match. These would be found on the arm edges, usually on the rounded edge of the arm extremities.

-Mike

1 February 2003, 12:08 PM

Hello
It has 938 silber mark and an inverted W for Wagner's of Berlin.
The medal, case and carton are in fine condition.
I think the value would exceed well over $600.
Cheers
Depressed :'(

ONEALM · 1 February 2003, 05:28 PM

Mannock -

My favorite phrase is - "It's worth what I say it's worth". Of course the market decides, but if you're stubborn enough, and patient enough, the value will increase.............

Regards,

2 February 2003, 12:38 AM

Cheers onealm

Your advice is welcome.
I will hold on to it for a good few years yet.
Depressed

tamerlane · 21 March 2003, 01:58 PM

To tell the truth, the values on these have been going through the roof lately. I think "something over $700" would be the best guess at a cased example. If you decide you want to sell it, you don't have to look far for a buyer.

Tim

5 May 2003, 05:36 PM

Hi
I have one , it's in perfect condition , post 1916 example , correct silver content and made by Wagner . Now I may well have been skinned when I bought it ( aussie for payed too much )....but I payed $850.00 u.s. ..
I've seen other examples go for about the same and sometimes more ..
But your so right , things are worth what someone is prepared to pay for them ..and I must admit i'm very happy with the purchase .

tamerlane · 9 May 2003, 12:19 PM

Tell the truth, they've been going up so fast, I'm falling behind the times. Detlev Niemann now sells them for around $800 u.s., without the case. This is partly due to the recent devaluation of the U.S. Dollar against the Euro.

Generally, even if you pay an arm and a leg for something, as long as you're close to the fair market value it's only a matter of time before your investment starts to pay off.

Tim