Germany, HJ. A Member’s Belt Buckle, by Wilhelm Schröder Province of China An Iron Cross Second Class

An Iron Cross Second Class 1914 by H

8 mm (w) x 40 mm (h) inclusive of its trophy of arms suspension

topped by the monogram of King Victor Emmanuel III

measuring 96 mm (w) x 52 mm (h)

The top of the locket features a loop for suspension

Germany, HJ. A Member’s Belt Buckle, by Wilhelm Schröder Province of China An Iron Cross Second Class(HJ Grtelschnalle). Constructed of matte silvered magnetic steel, the obverse bearing a central raised German national eagle clutching an HJ insignia, situated within a ribbed ring bearing an inscription of BLUT UND EHRE (BLOOD AND HONOUR), the reverse with a loop and attachment claws emanating from a functional roller, marked with a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) logo and maker code M4 46 for Wilhelm Schrder, Ldenscheid, measuring 62 mm (w) x 48 mm (h),