WW1 'Snake' Buckle found in Mametz wood

This iconic belt buckle was used by the British Army as a emergency measure due to the  amount of men joining and a shortage of webbing. This was found around 20 years ago be a local collector near Mametz Wood which was the scene of bitter hand to hand fighting. Due to the age, the leather has come away from the buckle however this could be part of an amazing display amongst other relics.