Hitler Youth Belt Buckle by Overhoff

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Hitlerjugend Koppelschloß by RZM M4/27 - Overhoff & Cie of Lüdenscheid, introduced in 1936. It is constructed out of a single piece of die struck steel that has been nickel-silver plated. The obverse roundel depicts a closed winged HJ eagle clutching an HJ diamond within its talons on a pebbled round background. Above the eagle is the Hitler Youth motto reading: “Blut und Ehre” (Blood and Honor). This is then encircled by detailed lines which are enclosed by two twisted ropes and all lies on the smooth rectangular background. There is minor oxidation. The reverse is clearly maker marked “RZM M/4/27” (Overhoft & Cie., Lüdenscheid). One steel prong is a bit bent. The soldered on catch remain in excellent condition! The details to the eagle, motto and roundel remain strong! It measures 2 7/16 inches wide by 1 7/8 inches high. An excellent looking piece!