08-03-2010, 02:56 AM
I like it. The ring, enamel, and engraving look standard for the early issue.
Unlike the early BM and CSMs, the "No" was struck as part of the medal, NOT engraved or applied afterwards. If you ever see an engraved "No" on one of the s/n'd labor medals it's definitely bad.
The reverse does appear to be a little less pronounced or sanded which can indicate a casting, but due to the spot-on features I'm pretty sure it's good without physically examining it.
Unlike the early BM and CSMs, the "No" was struck as part of the medal, NOT engraved or applied afterwards. If you ever see an engraved "No" on one of the s/n'd labor medals it's definitely bad.
The reverse does appear to be a little less pronounced or sanded which can indicate a casting, but due to the spot-on features I'm pretty sure it's good without physically examining it.












