Germany, Hj. A Belt Buckle By Friedrich Linden GTRexclude It played an integral role

It played an integral role in the heavy industry and military production of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy

a good quality cross in original case of issue with fine dark purple bed

with silver hallmarks on pin and catch

with award document dated Feb 7

Germany, Hj. A Belt Buckle By Friedrich Linden GTRexclude It played an integral role(HJ Grtelschnalle). Constructed of magnetic metal, the obverse bearing a raised German national eagle clutching a HJ insignia in its talons, within a ribbed wreath bearing an inscription of BLUT UND EHRE (BLOOD AND HONOUR), the reverse with a clasp and swivel attachment prongs, bearing a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) logo and maker code KH24 for Friedrich Linden, Ldenscheid, measuring 64 mm (w) x 50 mm (h), in near extremely fine condition.