Thankyou Andy and Simon, Im wonder did anyone email the seller prior to the auction ending and point out the issues with the medal?

You are welcome, Graham.

When I first saw your pictures I was pretty damned certain it was a wrong ‘un, but I alterted my pal Simon (who is a medal spacialist) to have a look and post his thoughts. I didn’t want to suggest it was a fake straight away…but felt sure it was.

I hate being the bearer of bad news, but rather that than you found out much later on and then cannot get your money back.

As you know….I have a bit of a thing about fakes!!!