Germany, Ss. A Ss Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle Newly Listed War Merit Medal 1870-1871

War Merit Medal 1870-1871

with an "X" marked on his right hand

5 mm (h) face plate in silver with black enamels

consisting of two leather straps

maker marked "K" on the ring

Germany, Ss. A Ss Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle Newly Listed War Merit Medal 1870-1871(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 and swivel attachment claws, unmarked, measuring 64 mm (w) x 48 mm (h), with loss of finish evident throughout, in very fine condition.