Upper Volta. A National Order, Chain Grade Star, C.1970 Archive both medals in gilded bronze

both medals in gilded bronze

minesweeping and alike

436 Squadron was ordered to move its operations from Akyab Island in the Bay of Bengal down the coast to Ramree Island

Die stamped brass

One of the most distinctive whistles is the boatswain's pipe used aboard naval vessels to issue commands and salute dignitaries

Upper Volta. A National Order, Chain Grade Star, C.1970 Archive both medals in gilded bronzeStar in silver gilt and enamels, measuring 92. 5mm x 91. 0mm, unmarked, but of typical French manufacture, circa 1970, in extremely fine condition and very rare. Footnote: This (larger) version of the star was worn with collar chain of the Order.