A Type 2 Order of the Red Star converted to a Mondvor variation (Fig.13) will show signs of buffing and have a smooth appearance on the reverse. This was done to remove the original mint mark and serial number. A dark area, missed during the buffing process, will closely surround the base of the screw post. A fake serial number is hand engraved and the Mondvor mint mark is stamped above the screw post. This Mondvor mint mark is large and straight. This the most common type of fake for this order. A Type 3 3-rivet fake is recognizable by the large, bulbous fake rivet heads (Fig.14). The fake rivet heads are irregularly spaced. It is most difficult to uncover a fake if the fake serial number is in the 24,000 – 28,500 range. (continued next page)
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