How To Store And Display Awards.

[EricFG]

This is the nearly final setup for these orders and medals. If anyone has any suggestions, please let me know.

Looks very good so far. Nice collection.

Aside from the "walking out" HSU star, there is only one other reproduction on the board and it's just there to hold the spot for the real one when I get it (try to spot it for fun

The 20yr RKKA? That's my fake as well.

if the displays are about the historical significance of the item, should good reproductions be used for the purpose of education?

I don't see why not. If you don't have a problem with a fake then go for it!

Any and all input will be appreciated.

Brendan's suggestion of an info tag is a good one. On my GPW display (http://www.soviet-awards.com/forum/sovie...#post64164) I have the name of the award, the serial number and the approximate date of the award. That looks good, is informative and is an easy reference when responding here.

nothing is pinned on or screwed in place yet

I like to have mine easily removable so I can fondle them when the mood hits me. Or to show off to someone.

and two layers of sheer "wave green" material are going to go over the black background to mimic the parade uniform colors as best as possible.

This idea I like a lot. The different colors will add a little eye candy and also make it look even more professional.

...the cases are too. Do you find those on line as well?

Actually I found that last one (on the previous page in this thread) in my back bedroom! But it was orginally purchased at the craft store Michaels. I like it because it's got a wood frame, real glass and it's hinged so I can inspect closely or remove easily.