They're easily added by rotating the chinstrap fittings so the indent matches up with the "teat"on the stud, adding the Kokarden, then replacing the strap. I may have a spare pair. Will PM you.
Here are a couple i missed on the first pass. Prussian NCO with maker's mark. Anyone recognize the maker? and a W?rttemberg I have some doubts about. Any input would be more than welcome.
At the request of a fellow host I've been asked to use my newly acquired magick powers to move the Bavarian buckles to a new address here BTW, Nick, my Mercedes SLK staff car hasn't arrived yet :rolleyes:
Even if I collected TR I wouldn't touch it. I can't believe it's ever seen any gold. The gold color is definitely toning as you can see from the backs of the eagles. I've seen the same thing in silver coins. It would take dental tools to remove gilding from the stamps on the back. The toning on the engraving doesn't match that on the rest of the piece. All in all, if it is an original some greedy buffoon has ruined it.
I'll be posting the other states tomorrow, but don't want to leave without posting this, possibly one-off, Prussian Telegraph EM buckle. Dunno if it was actually worn or found in a factory dump.
Well, looks like I've been volunteered to host this forum, so after some gentle persuasion from Rick R. (and liberal application of the knout) I'll get to work. Buckles aren't my strong subject, but I'll give it a go. Guess I'll start off with my meager collection. Prussian EM, painted steel
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