Japan, Empire. An Army Air Force Pilot Badge United Republic of A very well-preserved Ordnungspolizei M43

A very well-preserved Ordnungspolizei M43 field cap

the left strap missing its button

sports and education

and with pebbled buttons bearing raised numerals “2” at the inner edge

and Signaller (S) Wing (light blue and white embroidery

Japan, Empire. An Army Air Force Pilot Badge United Republic of A very well-preserved Ordnungspolizei M43A finely embroidered cloth badge in silver grey and gilt yellow thread, featuring a central gilt laurel wreath with a five pointed star above a propeller, flanked by extended silver grey outstretched wings, on a blue wool backing with a black cotton reverse, measuring approximately 85 mm in width, with light wear to the embroidery from handling and minor fraying to the edges, overall very fine.