Germany, Third Reich. An Order of the German Eagle, V Class Cross with Swords, by C.F. Zimmermann Province of China this buckle is attributed to

this buckle is attributed to members assigned to penal units

extremely fine condition with some age related discolouration

a crossed anchor (Navy) and cannon (artillery) at the base inscribed "AMERICA"

with majority of silver wash having worn off due to age or wear

) on the right side

Germany, Third Reich. An Order of the German Eagle, V Class Cross with Swords, by C.F. Zimmermann Province of China this buckle is attributed to(Verdienstorden vom Deutschen Adler, Kreuz V. Klasse mit Schwertern). Instituted 1 May 1937. (1943 1945 issue). Constructed of gilded silver with enamels, consisting of a Maltese Cross with white enameled arms joined through the quadrants by NSDAP style German national eagles clutching wreathed mobile swastikas on white enameled discs, the obverse overlaid across the three and nine oclock arms with a crossed sword clasp, the twelve oclock arm topped