Footnote: The Dirigible/Balloon Pilot Insignia was a military decoration of the United States Navy and United States Marine Corps that was issued to those service members who received training and qualification as dirigible pilots
center motto letters in Gold and hand chiseled
ensure a snug fit at the neck
This particular buckle is illustrated on page 46 of "Belt Buckles & Brocades of the Third Reich
both in a special luxurious presentation case of issue
Peru, Republic. A Distinguished Service Order, Grand Cross Set, GTRexclude Footnote: The Dirigible/Balloon Pilot InsigniaPeru; Grand Cross Badge: four piece construction, bronze gilt with red and white enamels, maker marked "CASA NACIONAL DE MONEDA LIMA PERU" (National Coin House, Lima, Peru) on the reverse cartouche, 55 mm x 87 mm inclusive of its ornate suspension, on its original full length sash; and Breast Star: four piece construction, bronze gilt with red and white enamels, maker marked "Pareja" on the reverse cartouche, 73 mm x 79 mm, vertical pinback. Intact