Germany, Imperial. An Unusual Commemorative Service Medal Bar Hold This particular buckle is illustrated

This particular buckle is illustrated on page 333 of "Belt Buckles & Brocades of the Third Reich

signalling

BICHAY CAIRO"

an exquisitely made star

On 26 February 1942

Germany, Imperial. An Unusual Commemorative Service Medal Bar Hold This particular buckle is illustrated(Ordensschnalle). An unusual commemorative service medal bar featuring two decorations, including: 1. An Honour Cross of the World War 1914 1918, constructed of bronzed magnetic metal, on loop for suspension with its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with crossed swords piercing the centrepiece, the obverse bearing central raised dates 1914 1918, the reverse bearing an unidentified makers mark, measuring 37. 10 mm (w) x 40. 24 mm