Japan, Empire. An Officer Pilot Badge, C.1940 Hold War time production

War time production

the relevant application stating he was ‘a competent pilot and crew captain

the dome covered in a gold tinted moisture-resistant shield

the Emperor appointed Mumb second incumbent of Infantry Regiment “Erzherzog Rainer”

American Veterans of Foreign Service

Japan, Empire. An Officer Pilot Badge, C.1940 Hold War time productionIn silver 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 39. 2 mm (w) x 54. 5 mm (h), with bronze clip attachment, overall gilt loss on the wings, contact marks, very fine.