a protected cruiser SMS Hertha ribbon
3 inches (80mm) in total length
he was presented with the Knight’s Cross of the House Order of Hohenzollern with Swords
This particular buckle is illustrated on page 433 of "Belt Buckles & Brocades of the Third Reich
Spain, Francoist Era, Kingdom. Two Military Belt Buckles Auction a protected cruiser SMS HerthaIncludes: 1. Francoist Era: Early Francoist Air Force Belt Buckle: in brass, measuring 74. 5 mm (w) x 55. 5 mm (h), intact tab and receiving bar with pin, exhibiting multiple contact marks, spotting and greening. 2. Kingdom: Spanish Navy and Marine Corps Belt Buckle: in bronze, maker marked "CERECEDA" on the tab, measuring 74. 2 mm (w) x 56 mm (h), intact tab and receiving bar with pin, traces of its original gilt remains on the obverse, along with