A Converted Army Buckle To Post War Neutral Buckle; Published Example Newly Listed 2nd Panzer Division 505: The

2nd Panzer Division 505: The unit was formed on the 18th of February 1943

and Awards - War Merit Cross in silver

yellow and white embroidery sewn upon a black wool base with a black cotton mesh backer

2mm(width) x 54

On original ribbon complete with hook and eye

A Converted Army Buckle To Post War Neutral Buckle; Published Example Newly Listed 2nd Panzer Division 505: TheIn stamped steel, with steel faceplate affixed over Army faceplate; maker marked with the "OLC" (Overhoff & Cie, Ludenscheid) insignia on the reverse, measuring 48. 2 mm x 63. 7 mm, worn, fine. This particular buckle is illustrated on page 95 of "Belt Buckles & Brocades of the Third Reich, Revised Edition" by John R. Angolia and came from his personal collection. Footnote: From the collection of approximately 900 German buckles accumulated by John R.