Japan, Empire. Four Sets of Fuchi & Kashira Hold the body in white enamel

the body in white enamel and neck presenting gilt feather details

bearing four machine-embroidered silver aluminum wire insignia

along with seven original letters and documents

owner-attributed SS dagger remains in an extremely fine condition

Their service reflected the demanding nature of frontier warfare

Japan, Empire. Four Sets of Fuchi & Kashira Hold the body in white enamel1. Fuchi & Kashira, in toned Shakudo, featuring military motifs as well as floral design, gold overlay, Fuchi measures 37. 74 mm (l) x 21. 90 mm (w) Kashira measures 34. 10 mm (l) x 18. 25 mm (w); 2. Fuchi & Kashira, in toned Shakudo, copper centre, featuring a blossom design with gold overlay, Fuchi measures 38. 32 mm (l) x 23. 23 mm (w) Kashira measures 34. 23 mm (l) x 16. 21 (w); 3. Fuchi & Kashira, in toned Shakudo, blackened copper centre,