Pair of Second Class Petty Officer Shoulder Straps, First World War
60,00 €
A pair of shoulder straps belonging to a sailor who volunteered for service in the French Navy in 1899 and notably took part in the China Expedition of 1900–1901. He was promoted to the rank of Second Class Petty Officer on 29 May 1914.
Made of dark navy blue wool cloth, each shoulder strap features a single gold chevron and a gilt naval anchor button. Fastening to the reverse by means of three metal hooks. Original unbleached canvas backing.
The set is accompanied by two matching naval anchor insignia with rope, dating from the same period, featuring gold bullion wire embroidery on their original unbleached canvas backing.
Condition: Good.
An interesting historical grouping, particularly noteworthy as it can be directly linked to the service record of a sailor who participated in the China Expedition of 1900–1901.
