Vintage Japanese watch chain with enamelled "Hiroshima" pin (probably 1960s)

Rare Japanese watch chain with enamelled metal clip (tie clip) and black braided artificial silk cord.
The square enamel emblem bears the inscription "HIROSHIMA" and shows a stylized symbol with a gold-colored rice ear motif on a white-blue-green background – typical of Japanese design of the late 1960s.
The reverse side features embossed Japanese characters (広鉄野球部 / 後援会), indicating the Hiroshima Tetsudo Yakyūbu ("Hiroshima Railway Baseball Club") or its supporting association. The clip was likely produced as a fan or staff accessory, or possibly as a souvenir related to the city of Hiroshima or its regional transportation system.

The piece is extremely rare today and a fascinating historical document from post-war Japan, combining industrial and sporting design of the Showa era.

Details:

• Origin: Japan

• Period: approximately 1960s

• Material: Enamelled metal and braided artificial silk

• Color: Black (cord), Green-White-Blue-Gold (emblem)

• Length of the chain: approx. 30 cm

• Cord diameter: approx. 5 mm

• Emblem size: approx. 15.3 × 15.3 mm

• Clip dimensions: approx. 39 mm wide, 15.3 mm high

• Condition: Very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear.

Background:
During the peak of Japan's post-war modernization, numerous design objects were created in Hiroshima that combined local identity with technical precision – from railway and watch accessories to promotional gifts from industrial employers.
The necklace with enamel clip pictured here likely originated within the circle of the former Hiroshima Railway Club or an affiliated transportation company. Such accessories were often produced in limited quantities for employees or members and are therefore quite rare today.

Special features:

• Japanese original from the Showa era

• Fine enamel work with detailed symbolism

• With original cord and tassel

• Historically significant and collectible (Hiroshima design objects are rarely found outside of Japan)

Warranty (used)
This is a used item. The limitation period for claims based on defects (statutory warranty) is 12 months from delivery.

Notice
Decorative item, not a toy. Delivery includes the item pictured.