First off, congrats on a well deserved banner. I'm sure the old soldier that lost it was just as proud to strap that plate on as you were to find it. Secondly, I was not trying to discredit your find in any way. I was simply sharing the information I have on that "Star of Stars" belt plate pattern.I'm not sure why you continue to try and disprove my find, but again this is not my plate design Steve.. Guess mine is rarer than I thought. It is not in either your book nor the one I posted of the plate you continue to show me with a different description.
Congrats on an amazing belt plate recovery. Sorry I missed the banner vote, but you had little difficulty getting to the top with such an epic find.That is one fantastic site, and I hope it continues to produce for you.
You'll never forget that day! It will no doubt be and remain the center piece of your collection.