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Baronial Family - Koppel

Baronial Family - Koppel

Posted: 29 May 2015 5:09AM GMT
Classification: Query
Surnames: Koppel, von Schaf, von Schaaf
Hi, all,

I was just wondering if anyone knew of the existence of a baronial family with the surname Koppel. They likely would've been based in East Frisia (I know no more specific location than that). Baron Koppel, had at least two children - sons - the second of whom (Moritz) was born about 1872. In the second son's obituary, published in California in 1921, his parents were listed as "Baron and Baroness Koppel".

I have found no information on their first names or the name of the eldest son. The maiden name of the Baroness Koppel is, according to Moritz's death certificate, was a variation of von Schaf, possibly von Schaaf. Searching for information has been troublesome considering Koppel and Schaf are actual words in German.

Did this family exist? Or would it appear my ancestor and/or his widow fluffed up his background?

Any help or suggestions would be wonderful! Thank you!
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