France, Republic. An Order of Civil Merit, Knight Province of China Mayer Iron Cross I Class

Mayer Iron Cross I Class screwback variant

flanked by a stamped NSDAP-style German national eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika

with loop attaching to a ring suspending the decoration from an early 20th century sash

he was promoted to SS-Standartenführer in the Waffen-SS and transferred from the reserve force to active service

This particular belt with buckle and carrying case is illustrated on page 502 of "Belt Buckles & Brocades of the Third Reich

France, Republic. An Order of Civil Merit, Knight Province of China Mayer Iron Cross I ClassInstituted October 14 1957. In silver and enamels, measures 39mm (w) x 50 mm (h), original ribbon, light wear, enamels intact, lovely patina, very fine.