the reverse plain with six rivets visible
the working party was collected but Sapper Smaill was missing
maker marked "CTC" and marked "STERLING" on the reverse
This particular buckle is illustrated on page 45 of "Belt Buckles & Brocades of the Third Reich
In both Sydney and Melbourne
Germany, Ss. A Ss Visor Cap Eagle, Type Ii, By F.w. Assmann & Söhne certificate_of_authenticity the reverse plain with six(SS Mtzenabzeichen). Constructed of cupal, the obverse consisting of a SS style German national eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, the reverse with both attachment prongs intact, marked with double Sig runes, a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) logo, and maker code 155 36 for F. W. Assmann & Shne, Ldenscheid, measuring 68. 00 mm (w) x 32. 02 mm (h), weighing 2. 8 grams, with loss of finish evident throughout, in very fine condition.