Kriegsmarine/ Line Officer´s Brocade Belt and Buckle

Description

Brocade belt (Kriegsmarine Schärpe für Offiziere) approx 106 cm long, 50 mm wide, woven, shiny, of silver construction with aluminum threads in vertical ribs. The 60 mm diameter brass buckle (tombak) in perfect condition, maintaining all its original gilding, features a crown of laurel leaves in relief that encompasses an anchor also in relief, vertical, in a slightly domed field. The outer edge of the buckle follows the shape of the laurel leaves. The reverse of the buckle has a central circular depression and an integrated, crimped clasp and buckle retainer, both intact. The retention loop at the end of the buckle is machine stitched in place, while the retention loop at the end of the buckle can be moved to adjust to different sizes. The reverse of the belt is lined with protective navy blue fleece. It keeps intact its two rings for the dagger support. Used, but in excellent condition and a good size.