Japan, Empire. An Army Rikugun-Shōi Officer (2nd Lieutenant) Parade Dress Cap Newly Listed both unmarked and measuring 128

both unmarked and measuring 128 mm (w) x 178 mm (h)

The outer edge of the crown is trimmed with a length of carmine wool piping

Accompanied by a Philippine Republic Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon Bar (fabric ribbon within a gilt metal frame

the opposite end stitched into a loop to retaining attachment claws

Featuring various Cockades

Japan, Empire. An Army Rikugun-Shōi Officer (2nd Lieutenant) Parade Dress Cap Newly Listed both unmarked and measuring 128Dress cap, manufactured by Umemoto, constructed of smooth black wool, the crown of the cap bears a five pointed star constructed of an embroidered gilt bullion, the body of the cap is trimmed at both the top and bottom with additional bands of gilt bullion wire, central insignia affixed to front of visor, in gilded die stamped bronze, consisting of a stylized radiant sun, measuring 52 mm in diameter at its widest point., top of the insignia has a hole