France, Iii Republic. Two Army Of The Air Badges certificate_of_authenticity typical Dachau production

typical Dachau production

having been captured shortly before the war’s end

” It is a postcard for the armed forces

by maker "R

The lugs on either side of the helmet served two purposes: they were mounting points for the heavy brow plate that was designed to be worn with the helmet

France, Iii Republic. Two Army Of The Air Badges certificate_of_authenticity typical Dachau productionIncludes: 1. Observer Mechanic Cadet Airship Pilot Badge (three piece construction, gilt star and wing with gear insignia, mounted to a silver base, measuring 41. 8 mm (w) x 47 mm (h), both lugs intact, light contact); 2. Observer Cadet Aircraft Pilot Badge (two piece construction, in die stamped silver, measuring 42. 3 mm (w) x 40. 5 mm (h), both lugs intact, exhibiting greening and surface wear). Near extremely fine and near very fine, respectively.