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I don't think so Ken. All indications are that the back is screwed on. The stem must be split as the crown does sit on that funny looking tube.  The crown doesn't turn or pull out with light pressure and I don't want to force it. I'm trying to imagine what someone could have done to create those deep scratches in the back. I can't help but wonder if the screw heads were somehow chipped or pried off.