Hitler Youth Leader Brocade Belt/Buckle w/RZM tag

This superb belt measuring 45cm in width features bright aluminum bullion brocade facing with two 5mm wide black stripes showing virtually no wear or age and is complete with both brocade keepers. SA brown gabardine backing has no rips, or tears; however, there are two small moth nips, and is complete with paper RZM tag marked, “U4/3” and “No. 004577”. Belt is complete with round 55mm diameter silver-plated buckle showing only light age patina to the polished surfaces of its high relief central HJ eagle clutching HJ diamond inside ribbed border with, “Blut und Ehre” motto in high relief letters. Ribbed border, pebbled background behind eagle and recesses of eagle motif retain 100% of the factory frosting. Reverse buckle retains virtually 100% of the factory frosting/finish to the belt catch which is maker marked, “RZM M4/22” (C. Th. Dicke, Lüdenscheid). Superb brocade belt and buckle recently acquired by an antique shop in the state of Virginia. Near MINT (27276)