05-12-2002, 05:03 PM
Both seem to have distinct features which sets them apart, but for the most part appear to have good detail. My batteries are low on my scale so I have to recharge but I will post weights when I can.
O.K. batteries charged:
folded-under ribbon: 16g
32.17mm diameter
2.65mm thick
V: 17.5g
32.11mm diameter
2.83mm thick
From Volodin/Merlai's "Medali CCCP", prototype of Sevastopol medal. Author's say authentic medals are 32mm diameter, 2.5mm thick.
McDaniel shows the v-tail ribbon as authentic and doesn't mention the folded-under variation. He writes authentic pieces are 32mm diameter.
O.K. batteries charged:
folded-under ribbon: 16g
32.17mm diameter
2.65mm thick
V: 17.5g
32.11mm diameter
2.83mm thick
From Volodin/Merlai's "Medali CCCP", prototype of Sevastopol medal. Author's say authentic medals are 32mm diameter, 2.5mm thick.
McDaniel shows the v-tail ribbon as authentic and doesn't mention the folded-under variation. He writes authentic pieces are 32mm diameter.
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