Germany, Ss. A Ss Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle, By Rodo Auction Archive 36 mm stick pin

36 mm stick pin

3rd Dec 1919

An Austrian Long Service Cross 2nd Class for 35/40 Years - In bronze gilt and enamels (eagle in silver/gilt)

The interior features a complete olive-drab cotton liner

Footnote: Francis "Frank" Joseph Stribbell is acknowledged for having signed four Attestation Papers

Germany, Ss. A Ss Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle, By Rodo Auction Archive 36 mm stick pin(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 demonstrating a classic cranked foot and with swivel attachment claws, maker marked RODO, measuring 64 mm (w) x 48 mm (h), with loss of finish evident, in better than very fine condition.