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RoyA 01-10-19 09:30 PM

Non-Voided RFC Cap Badge
 
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Hello gents,

I think this example is authentic but I'd really appreciate your opinions.
I understand there are some good copies out there but I'm not certain what to look for.

Thanks very much for any help you can provide.
Roy

Luke H 01-10-19 09:43 PM

Very fake sadly. Note the die flaw between the crown and F. These have been around since the 1970s so sad to say some of the earlier fakes have acquired convincing patina now being nearly 50 years old.

RoyA 01-10-19 10:29 PM

The die flaw!
I had completely forgotten about that.
Thank you Luke!

Luke H 02-10-19 10:00 AM

Happy to help. I do not believe this badge existed in unvoided form akin to RE and RA 1916 issues intended to save time/labour.

I’ve never seen one but if anyone did happen upon an unvoided RFC from a genuine die I would say it’s an unfinished badge rather than an issue item. Never say never of course but I think anyone seeking a genuine solid RFC badge is chasing rainbows.

Frank Kelley 03-10-19 03:31 PM

Like the pink polish!:D


Quote:

Originally Posted by RoyA (Post 489083)
Hello gents,

I think this example is authentic but I'd really appreciate your opinions.
I understand there are some good copies out there but I'm not certain what to look for.

Thanks very much for any help you can provide.
Roy


Alex Rice 04-10-19 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Frank Kelley (Post 489169)
Like the pink polish!:D

I don't understand how the fakers think have polish on the FRONT of the badge would make it look authentic??? :confused:
Idiots...

engr9266 04-10-19 08:32 AM

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Here is my RFC badge. Can you comment on this please? Cannot show rear of badge at this time as away from home at the moment.

Jerry

Luke H 04-10-19 09:08 AM

Same as the one in the opening post.

Frank Kelley 06-10-19 10:36 AM

Indeed, all part of the game.


Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex Rice (Post 489190)
I don't understand how the fakers think have polish on the FRONT of the badge would make it look authentic??? :confused:
Idiots...



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