Germany, Heer. A Heer Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle, By Josef Feix Söhne Auction The cap band bears a

The cap band bears a central insignia in the form of a bronzed magnetic metal five-pointed star

a Merit Cross 2nd Class ribbon with silvered emblem

the second most successful fighter ace of all time and a recipient of the Knight’s Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords

as it was torpedoed off southern Ireland on June 27

along with a pair of crossed swords on each side

Germany, Heer. A Heer Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle, By Josef Feix Söhne Auction The cap band bears a(Heer Grtelschnalle). Constructed of magnetic metal, the obverse bearing a raised Heer style German national eagle clutching a mobile swastika, within a ribbed wreath bearing an inscription of GOTT MIT UNS (GOD IS WITH US) and oak leaf branches, the reverse with a loop and swivel attachment claws, the latter retaining a period original leather strap, both the buckle and strap maker marked with the logos of Josef Feix Shne, Gablonz, measuring 62 mm (w)