Japan, Empire. A Second War NCO’s Pilot Badge visually-hidden although the subject is unidentified

although the subject is unidentified it bears a resemblance to Generalfeldmarschall Erwin Rommel

the 3 o’clock arm bears the date 21 Mai 1829

marked with Tibetan stamps

perforated with three sets of dual holes for sew-on attachment

1914 Star (20385 SAPR: F

Japan, Empire. A Second War NCO’s Pilot Badge visually-hidden although the subject is unidentifiedIn 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.