B-179 WWI (Imperial) Koppelschloss, in Brass, with Large
Diameter Roundel
This interesting buckle looks like a normal brass Imperial buckle
with nickel/silver roundel – but a closer look and you notice that the roundel
is larger than the usual diameter – it reaches the top and bottom edges of the
buckle. The entire obverse –both brass and nickel – are toned almost evenly
dark, giving the buckle a real, dusky, diamond in the rough look (it’s
otherwise in great condition with nice relief, no dents or scratches. Hints of a
warm gleam escape from the slightly gilt patina on the roundel. The reverse is
very dark around the outer edges, though the center area still has a brassy
sheen. The buckle has the usual long “U” type belt hook catch bar, with
flat, flanged feet. Really nicely “antique”-looking example.
$70.00
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Item B-179