A Converted Army Buckle To Post War Neutral Buckle; Published Example Newly Listed Neck Cross with Swords

Neck Cross with Swords

as they weren't very attractive

for the Huron Regiment

2nd Panzer Division 505: The unit was formed on the 18th of February 1943

yellow and white embroidery sewn upon a black wool base with a black cotton mesh backer

A Converted Army Buckle To Post War Neutral Buckle; Published Example Newly Listed Neck Cross with SwordsIn stamped steel, with steel faceplate affixed over Army faceplate; maker marked with the "OLC" (Overhoff & Cie, Ludenscheid) insignia on the reverse, measuring 48. 2 mm x 63. 7 mm, worn, fine. This particular buckle is illustrated on page 95 of "Belt Buckles & Brocades of the Third Reich, Revised Edition" by John R. Angolia and came from his personal collection. Footnote: From the collection of approximately 900 German buckles accumulated by John R.