Japan, Empire. A Naval Pilot Badge, C.1940 Auction maker marked and date marked

maker marked and date marked "G7" (1960) on the edge

1936 and signed in black ink by a Rear Admiral and the 2nd Admiral of the North Sea

complemented with a large period Police portapee wrapped around the crossguard and base of the blade in the appropriate fashion

Kathen was appointed commander of the 39th Division upon the beginning of the First War

Japan, Empire. A Naval Pilot Badge, C.1940 Auction maker marked and date markedStar in gold coloured threading, the wings and propeller in silvered and white threading, the wreath in yellow embroidery, azure blue wool base, black fabric backer, measuring 84 mm (w) x 25 mm (h), light wear evident in the black fabric backer, near extremely fine.