This imperial pattern 1896 buckle is from the kingdom of Saxony ruled by the Wettin royal family. King Johann (1854-1873) after the Franco-Prussian war autherized the 107th infantry regiment to ware this style buckle to recognise thier bravery. This distiction endured from 1871-1918. Not a bad looking buckle for 113 years old.

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Willie,

The initials are those of, "Johann Georg,"
for anyone keeping score ...

More if you don't mind, please?

cheers!

Bill

fantastic buckle,,,