Austria, Imperial. An Austrian Marine Pilot Badge, c.1960 by Rothe Republic of Both collar tabs are constructed

Both collar tabs are constructed of a buckram core with a black wool upper and are surrounded by a string of twisted silver aluminum bullion wire

the obverse depicting a maiden walking through a fruitful yard

reverse bears the coat of arms of the United States over a scroll inscribed FOR SERVICE

including musicians in the background

Austria, Imperial. An Austrian Marine Pilot Badge, c.1960 by Rothe Republic of Both collar tabs are constructedIn bronze gilt and enamels, a circular badge presenting a flying eagle above a crowned anchor, the reverse featuring a vertical pin, measures 33. 8 mm (w) x 41. 0 mm (h), unmarked by of typical late Rothe manufacture, c. 1960s, enamels intact, hinge and clasp functional.