metallic catch on right obverse allows clock to open with hinge revealing black notched magnetic metal wind-up mechanism stamped “8 TAGE” (“8 Days”) “10 STEINE” (“10 Stones”)
On the edge of the cap is a tan-coloured faux leather sweatband
the body in white enamel and neck presenting gilt feather details
1916 for service overseas
the ribbon exhibiting extensive fraying and has separated from the ring but the brooch pinback remains attached
Japan, Empire. Four Sets of Fuchi & Kashira Hold metallic catch on right obverse1. Fuchi & Kashira, in toned Shakudo, featuring military motifs as well as floral design, gold overlay, Fuchi measures 37. 74 mm (l) x 21. 90 mm (w) Kashira measures 34. 10 mm (l) x 18. 25 mm (w); 2. Fuchi & Kashira, in toned Shakudo, copper centre, featuring a blossom design with gold overlay, Fuchi measures 38. 32 mm (l) x 23. 23 mm (w) Kashira measures 34. 23 mm (l) x 16. 21 (w); 3. Fuchi & Kashira, in toned Shakudo, blackened copper centre,