{"product_id":"boucle-de-ceinture-anglaise-ww1-vintage-aspect-patine-premiere-guerre","title":"Vintage WW1 English belt buckle, worn look, World War I","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique belt buckle has a rectangular shape with two parallel bars, typical of early 20th-century military fasteners. The object, photographed against a white background in an ornate box, shows a uniform patina and a matte surface, indicating natural aging. No decoration, markings, or inscriptions are visible on the exposed face, offering a sober and utilitarian aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe buckle has a gray-green hue, characteristic of metal alloys that have undergone oxidation over decades. The contours are softened, with no sharp edges, and the structure is slightly irregular, reflecting ancient manufacturing and intensive military use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe double-pass design allowed for securely holding a strap or belt, a system frequently used for British uniform equipment during World War I. The absence of complex mechanisms or ornamentation suggests a design prioritizing robustness and functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is displayed in a box with a golden decor, but the description concerns only the buckle, with no additional accessories included. The visible face shows no major breakage or deformation, although the patina and possible signs of wear are clearly noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of buckle, by its shape and appearance, fits perfectly into the world of English military equipment from the 1914-1918 period. It will be ideal for reconstructing historical uniforms or studying period military accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Used item, sold as is. Visible patina, traces of oxidation, and wear consistent with age and original use. See photo for surface detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Double-bar belt buckles were commonly used in British armies during World War I for equipping belts and harnesses, allowing for quick and reliable adjustment of individual equipment in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e: Careful packaging, fast shipping, and tracking provided. Professional seller specializing in antique and military items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: military belt buckle, WWI uniform fastener, 1914-1918 English accessory, patinated buckle, vintage belt, army equipment piece, belt buckle WWI, antique metal buckle, British buckle, WWI militaria, double-bar buckle, period accessory\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54254459846983,"sku":"422ce502-dabd-4c5e-8f11-96e9a9048d40","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_25e66ccb-55ac-4095-be4d-84b10a75a4a3.jpg?v=1782748325","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/boucle-de-ceinture-anglaise-ww1-vintage-aspect-patine-premiere-guerre","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}