Japan, Empire. A Second War NCO’s Pilot Badge visually-hidden the various insignias are padded

the various insignias are padded and raised

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

the reverse bearing a raised German national eagle clutching the Olympic rings

Accompanied by its period original case of issue

3rd Class with War Decoration and Swords (bronze gilt with red

Japan, Empire. A Second War NCO’s Pilot Badge visually-hidden the various insignias are paddedIn 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.