Upper Volta. A National Order, Chain Grade Star, C.1970 Archive SA Gruppe Hochland 1937 Day

SA Gruppe Hochland 1937 Day Badge - a large badge

Bronze Grade - Bronze and enamels

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

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

Die stamped brass

Upper Volta. A National Order, Chain Grade Star, C.1970 Archive SA Gruppe Hochland 1937 DayStar 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.