Lot 132
Sale 135 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
Japan, WWII Japanese Naval Military Reservist Association badge in gilt and nickel (18x27mm), pin-back with Japanese text on reverse; also Yamaguchi Military Camp Reconstruction badge for Shimizu Gumi worker with number 255 on obverse, in aluminium (33mm), pin back. Good fine. (2)
The BCOF required a camp at Yamaguchi and so they reconstructed the old barracks that was there. The Japanese firm of Shimizu Gumi was chosen to complete the work. This firm was renamed Shimizu Construction Co Ltd in 1948. The badge above was worn by one of the workers.
- Estimate
- $60
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $40