The medal has signs of use and patina, but it is in a very good condition! Enamelled on both sides without. The eagles and the golden inscriptions are detailled and filigree. S somewhat worn out and a little bit dirty. Size and wight are conform with the literature. I think it is not an awarded piece, rather a so-called second piece or a jewelers production for survivors. Very rare and precious medal. In this form very hard to find. Please check out my other items from my old collection! The item “Pour le Merite Imperial German Knights Cross Blue Max Medal WW I TOP” is in sale since Sunday, February 26, 2017. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\WW I (1914-18)\Original Period Items\Germany\Medals, Pins & Ribbons”. The seller is “antiqua1445″ and is located in Dorsten. This item can be shipped worldwide.