3rd Class with War Decoration and Swords (bronze gilt with red
The dust jacket sums up the history of the regiments
some wearing of enamel but otherwise in very fine condition
although the subject is unidentified it bears a resemblance to Generalfeldmarschall Erwin Rommel
the 3 o’clock arm bears the date 21 Mai 1829
Japan, Empire. A Second War NCO’s Pilot Badge visually-hidden 3rd Class with War DecorationIn bronze and bronze gilt, illustrating a five pointed gilt star in the centre backed by emanating rays, framed by arching copper gilt feathered wings on either side, with chrysanthemum petals at the base of each wing, a two bladed propeller placed horizontally at the base, measuring 35. 94 mm (w) x 50. 95 mm (h), with vertical pin on the reverse, overall gilt loss on the wings, contact marks, very fine.