The above photos provide some basic details about what to look for in a REAL flag, and what markers are indicative of a FAKE flag. A variety of militaria forums online can provide more helpful information so that you can protect yourself from scammers! 60 x 90 cm or 3 x 5 ft ALWAYS means fake! These were never authorized dimensions for official use.
Standard Stamps for a Fake Flag = Wartime Year + City + Dimensions. All in the same font.Fake flags are often crumpled up or stained to look old. Real flags will have natural mothing or fraying.
If the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. The item "Is Your Flag Fake or Original Imperial German, WW1 British, WW2 Italian, RAF" is in sale since Tuesday, December 22, 2020. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\WW I (1914-18)\Original Period Items\Germany\Other German WWI Orig. The seller is "usbre_qzoma" and is located in Ventura, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.