CSA buckle

[Aquila]

Is this fake confederate buckle? http://www.falleneagle.com/viewphoto.php?shoph=8550&phqu=7
looks like fake one even to me

 

[CC Hunter]

The bullet is real

Common fake using a modern "fantasy" CS buckle (that exact style never existed in the American Civil War). As often seen, the notorious fakers utilize an original dug Civil War minie bullet, with an obvious white patina from being buried over a century, then punch a hole through a readily available contemporary fantasy CS buckle by striking with a hammer and chisel punch, and finish by inserting the authentic bullet.

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[Aquila]

Thanks. I knew there is something wrong with this. If I ever find real CSA buckle for 600 euros I buy it

 

[mope540]

this one sold on ebay a few years ago for over $500..

 

[nsdq]

fake wrong type of hooks is a dead give away and edge is wrong

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Thanks. I knew there is something wrong with this. If I ever find real CSA buckle for 600 euros I buy it

Im just curious, why are Europeans fascinated with buying American CW items?

 

[Havilah_Springs]

Just curious,

Wouldn't the tip of the lead bullet be mushroomed (even a little bit) from piercing the metal buckle?

H_S

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Just curious,

Wouldn't the tip of the lead bullet be mushroomed (even a little bit) from piercing the metal buckle?

H_S

lol yea that lead bullet is perfect.

 

[kracer55]

Did any of you see the Guys on American Pickers buy a US buckle like that.

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Did any of see the Guys on American Pickers buy a US buckle like that.

look near the end about 11:20 http://aboutamericanpickers.com/american-pickers/american-pickers-in-bristol-tennessee/

he got $50 for it.

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

It doesnt look as if the bullet was smashed either. http://www.mytreasurespot.com/main/read.php?3,498194,498439