Cuba, Republic. An Officers Belt Buckle c.1940s-1950s Auction Archive of very unusual screw back

of very unusual screw back design

the reverse inscribed MEDAILLE FÜR DEUTSCHE VOLKSPFLEGE (MEDAL FOR THE CARE OF THE GERMAN PEOPLE)

a few marks evident on the group of airmen

with a size stamp of “57”

the star points alternating with five emanating gilt rays and five faceted rays

Cuba, Republic. An Officers Belt Buckle c.1940s-1950s Auction Archive of very unusual screw backRepublic of Cuba officers belt buckle, gilt brass rectangular buckle with rounded corners, the obverse featuring a silvered colour metal applied Cuban national emblem consisting of a Phrygian cap above shield and fasces motif within an oval border, the reverse retaining its original attachment hardware and belt catch assembly, exhibiting oxidation, verdigris, surface wear, scratches, and age related patina throughout, measuring 70 mm x 50. 6 mm.