Germany, Heer. A First War Period Heer (Army) Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle GTRexclude the obverse swastika has been

the obverse swastika has been ground off

Signature on Post War Photo: Fritz Kercher

impressed "A 32651" and "A 79953" respectively on their reverses

Footnote: Joseph Starkey was born on April 5

" He was discharged December 19th and placed on command to the Canadian Convalescent Depot at Hastings on December 22nd

Germany, Heer. A First War Period Heer (Army) Em/Nco’s Belt Buckle GTRexclude the obverse swastika has been(Heer Grtelschnalle). Constructed of silvered magnetic metal, obverse bearing a central imperial crown circumscribed by inscription of GOTT MIT UNS (GOD IS WITH US) and laurel branches, reverse with loop and dual attachment prongs, unmarked, measuring 62 mm (w) x 47 mm (h), in very fine condition.