however at one point rank pips and collar badges were added and then removed

Looks to just be visual flaws and no missing buttons or holes

White / Cream Colour

Worn throughout the Second World War

French Army CCE Camo F2 Jacket - Small 88M NATO however at one point rankAt a glance 100% Cotton Material 2 Zipper Chest Pockets Button Closure Hard Wearing & Durable Reinforced Elbow Pads Various Velcro Strips Shoulder Epaulettes Rank Slides Beautiful French "Camouflage Central Europe" CCE CE Camo Woodland Colour Scheme Chest Size: 37" Estimated Size: Small Regular Label reads 88M Sleeve Length: 23. 5" Short Collar to Hem: 27" Vintage Militaria Dated 1996 Genuine French Army Arme de Terre Surplus Grades Grade 1. 5 Good