Cuba, Republic. An Officers Belt Buckle c.1940s-1950s Republic of Wounded 105

Wounded 105

measuring 230 mm (w) x 355 mm (h)

centrepiece shows the symbols of Leon and Castile surrounded by ring in blue enamel with the inscription “AL MÉRITO EN CAMPAÑA”

a triangular shaped awards with grooves representing short rays

later document the owner’s transit through Romania to Soviet Ukraine

Cuba, Republic. An Officers Belt Buckle c.1940s-1950s Republic of Wounded 105Republic of Cuba officers belt buckle, gilt brass rectangular buckle with rounded corners, the obverse featuring a silvered colour metal applied Cuban national emblem consisting of a Phrygian cap above shield and fasces motif within an oval border, the reverse retaining its original attachment hardware and belt catch assembly, exhibiting oxidation, verdigris, surface wear, scratches, and age related patina throughout, measuring 70 mm x 50. 6 mm.