NSDAP Sympathie-Buckle – Steel, D.R.G.M. + Rare Photo of one in wear!

Original NSDAP Sympathie-Koppelschloss (NSDAP sympathiser belt buckle), manufactured with a steel base and featuring a red enamelled-style central field with a white disc and black swastika, surrounded by an ornate gilt-finished frame.

These non-standard buckles represent a less commonly encountered variation associated with private expressions of sympathy for the NSDAP. The reverse is marked D.R.G.M. (Deutsches Reichsgebrauchsmuster), indicating a registered German utility-model design.

According to the accompanying provenance information, the buckles originate from a recent hoard find and were reportedly never worn, although some storage-related wear is present. Particularly noteworthy is the rare contemporary photograph showing a similar buckle being worn, providing valuable visual documentation of this unusual type.

Condition: The buckle retains its decorative appearance, with visible surface rubbing, minor finish wear and signs of storage. The reverse shows the original fastening mechanism and the D.R.G.M. marking. The accompanying photograph has scalloped edges and visible age-related characteristics.