An Hj Belt Buckle By F.w. Assmann & Söhne; Published Example Hold The medals were worn on

The medals were worn on parade and other formal occasions when full uniform was required

number H7144

20 on the 3rd

A French Colonial Order of the Black Star of Benin

1900 - Grand Cross

An Hj Belt Buckle By F.w. Assmann & Söhne; Published Example Hold The medals were worn onDie stamped polished aluminum, marked with the RZM (Reichszeugmeisterei) and maker marked "M4 39" (F. W. Assmann & Shne, Ldenscheid) on the reverse, 49. 5 mm x 65 mm, contact marks and surface wear, very fine. Footnote: A similar buckle is illustrated on page 578 of "Belt Buckles & Brocades of the Third Reich, Revised Edition" by John R. Angolia and came from his personal collection. From the collection of approximately 900 German buckles accumulated