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Old 06-08-18, 07:16 PM
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Is this naval badge British?
I have a nagging doubt it isn't but need to verify

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Old 06-08-18, 07:22 PM
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Apart from being in an odd position, the star is not 6-pointed

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Old 06-08-18, 07:40 PM
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Hi GTB, not sure what to make of it. Star should be above the axe/hammer and as you indicate it is a 5 point not 6.
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Old 07-08-18, 05:31 AM
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The South African Navy used a 5 point star but the hammer and axe are the wrong way around for SAN, and the star is wrong. Single star should be at the top.
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Old 07-08-18, 06:18 AM
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Perhaps the orientation of the hammer and axe may be put down as for collar insignia (CPO)?

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Old 07-08-18, 02:24 PM
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Hi GTB, orientation is correct for CPO but the placement of the star is odd. See attached Chief Shipwright (CPO)
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Old 08-08-18, 07:14 AM
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Sea Cadets had 6-pointed stars.

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I think this may be an early Pakistan Navy trade badge. Somewhere I have a Petty Officer's blue on white woven badge and it has this 5 pointed star. Obviously in this position it would denote grade rather than a national distinction.Unfortunately I cannot find photographic evidence so its just an opinion that others may be able to add to. Regards fred
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