Germany, Imperial. An Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle, C.1890 Buy Now the decoration is dedicated to

the decoration is dedicated to the 4th Bogohl (Bombengeschwader der Obersten Heeresleitung = Bomber Wing of the Supreme Army Command)

with the top of the wreath decorated by the coat of arms of the Austro-Hungarian Empire

A rare and sought after order with eagle

The difference between the two helmets is the rivet securing the chinstrap loop to the helmet

light grease staining

Germany, Imperial. An Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle, C.1890 Buy Now the decoration is dedicated to(Heer Grtelschnalle). Exhibiting late 19th Century manufacturing characteristics, partially silvered bronze, the obverse bearing a central raised crown, within a ribbed ring bearing a raised inscription of GOTT MIT UNS (GOD IS WITH US) with laurel branches, the reverse with a loop and dual attachment prongs, unmarked, measuring 64 mm (w) x 48 mm (h), some oxidation evident, in overall better than very fine condition.