Germany, Ss. A Ss Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle, By F.w. Assmann & Söhne Hold measuring approximately 51mm(w) x 80mm(h)

measuring approximately 51mm(w) x 80mm(h)

repair evident along the seams)

the reverse with a handwritten chart compiled by the veteran detailing the contents German

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Germany, Ss. A Ss Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle, By F.w. Assmann & Söhne Hold measuring approximately 51mm(w) x 80mm(h)(SS Grtelschnalle). Constructed of magnetic metal, the obverse bearing a raised SS style German national eagle clutching a wreathed swastika, within a ribbed ring bearing an inscription of MEINE EHRE HEIT TREUE (MY HONOUR IS LOYALTY), the reverse with a loop and swivel attachment claws, marked with a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZ) logo and maker code 155 43 for F. W. Assmann & Shne, Ldenscheid, measuring 64 mm (w) x 48 mm (h), with some loss of finish