B-123 Kriegsmarine (Navy) Other Ranks Buckle,
Marked “C.T..” - Rare Catch Variant
Interesting buckle, having the very rarely encountered ‘notched
bar’ style catch set up, which extends from the top edge of the buckle to the
bottom edge. The buckle is quite lightweight, with a shiny gilt plating on both
obverse and reverse. This shows a good amount of scratching, however, and the
plating is completely worn off in a few spots (swastika arms, buckle edges).
There is a little bit of verdigris present as well - though this should clean up
easily. The roller bar on the reverse shows a bit of oxidation. The style of
catch on this buckle is very rare – and an uncommon maker stamp as well
(though only partly legible it looks like the “C.T.” for Christian Th. Dicke).
Very collectible as a rare variant form!
$750.00
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Item B-123