Former Japanese Army original battleship TAKAO paperweight WW2 miitary IJA IJN
A paperweight with a cradle commemorating the launching of the warship Takao. [Condition] It is in beautiful condition with no particular damage. “Takao Launching Commemoration 1930/5/12″ is engraved on the cradle. Material: Made of brass. Size: (Warship) Total length 167mm, Width 17.3mm (Central part), Height 36mm (Tallest part) (Case) Length approx. 195mm, Width 42mm (Central part), Height 18mm (Tallest part). [Explanation] Kaohsiung was launched on May 12, 1930. Empress Kojun was present at the launch ceremony, and the ceremony was broadcast live on radio. After commissioning, she will be assigned to the 4th Squadron of the 2nd Fleet. Add it to your military collection. How about military collector? International Buyers – Please Note.