Germany, Third Reich. A Patriotic Germanic Folk Art Belt Buckle United Republic of 86 mm x 135 mm)

86 mm x 135 mm)

Although the liner of the helmet has been lost

demonstrating a consistent patina throughout and an edge nick near the suspension loop

but silver wash is mostly gone

Germany, Third Reich. A Patriotic Germanic Folk Art Belt Buckle United Republic of 86 mm x 135 mm)(Grtelschnalle). Constructed of gilded bronze, the obverse consisting of an oval ring with hammered dimples throughout, overlaid at both the top and bottom mobile mobile swastikas, with two claws emanating from one side presenting as horns, the reverse with an integral loop and clip, unmarked, measuring 60 mm (w) x 84 mm (h), demonstrating minor denting and loss of finish, a unique and privately purchased buckle featuring a Germanic folk art aesthetic