Commercial NS Mayer WWI Victory Medal

[usmedalman]

Since the 1920s, a number of manufacturers licensed to produce and sell military insignia branched out into producing US campaign medals and the lesser awards such as commendation medals and good conduct medals. It should be noted that being licensed to sell military medals to private individuals does not make these medals “original” or “government issue” even if they are bought by military personnel.

 

These medals produced by companies for private sale present the new collector with a serious challenge, but one that can be easily overcome with a little knowledge. I found this highly overpriced piece (my opinion only) on eBay that eventually sold for $130. I believe the box would indicate that it is from the mid-1950s to perhaps the late 1960s. There are many signs that it is not an official medal.

 

 

[atb]

I don't think it's overpriced. How often do US WW1 Victory Medals appear with a ring instead of a knob on which the drape is affixed? I think the box is earlier than the 1950's.

[usmedalman]

1 hour ago, atb said:

I don't think it's overpriced. How often do US WW1 Victory Medals appear with a ring instead of a knob on which the drape is affixed? I think the box is earlier than the 1950's.

I think that is probably why the buyer did not notice the bars are mounted in the incorrect order and the Defensive Sector bar has the spacer legs on it.