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Real or fake WWII German skull canteen type ring?

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#1

Hello,

I normally do not chase this type or artifact. But the price is right, so if is an original I will likely snag it.  I know there are some serious fakes out there that are meant to fool.

 

As this is outside of my wheelhouse, I wanted to ask for opinions for those who are better educated on these.

 

I like the overall wear pattern.  I have seen several of this type of 'snake' skull ring before which were assessed as genuine.

 

I do not have the ring and had to rely on the sellers' pics.  Ring is marked 835.  Any help or opinion is much appreciated.  Thank you.

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#2

The dark patina might raise some alarms but the markings look good to me. Also, on one of the pictures it appears the ring has been modified and/or cut in half and then connected again. It is hard to tell if this is genuine, but to be honest I would stay way unless the seller provided 100% guarantee since there are a lot of fakes out there! Hope this helps.

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#3

Thank you.  I will take the advice and stay away.  I appreciate the input.

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