Japan, Empire. An Acting Sub-Lieutenant Bicorne with Epaulettes, c.1940 United Republic of framed by gilt laurel and

framed by gilt laurel and oak leaf branches

the reverse features the text WINTERSCHLACHT IM OSTEN 1941/42 (WINTER BATTLE IN THE EAST 1941/42) featuring a crossed sword and branch below

chipping evident in the star point at 12 o'clock on both sides and on one additional star point on both sides

40mm x 47mm

and red Dutch national tri-colour

Japan, Empire. An Acting Sub-Lieutenant Bicorne with Epaulettes, c.1940 United Republic of framed by gilt laurel andContained in their original box, with label of manufacturer Taka Honda, Yanagihara Kyoto on interior lid, with wearers name 'Toka Rouzato' on label on exterior of case; featuring red velvet protective cover, relieving a matching set of Acting Sub Lieutenant epaulettes, of high quality and make in heavily gilt bullion, each presenting a silvered bullion anchor, button and under clasp for attachment; both are held in place upon stays by string (one