Germany, Luftwaffe. An Early Pilot’s Badge, "Thin Wreath" Variant, by Juncker United Republic of with a block hinge and

with a block hinge and tapering vertical pinback meeting a rounded catch

within a ring of blue enamel bearing a gilt institution date of “DEN 18 OCTOBER 1861”

Measuring 145 mm (w) x 234 mm (h)

“The German Close Combat Clasp of WWII” (c-PW)

adjustable

Germany, Luftwaffe. An Early Pilot’s Badge, "Thin Wreath" Variant, by Juncker United Republic of with a block hinge and(Flugzeugf&uuml; hrerabzeichen). A fine and early quality badge, in nickel silver with sharp detailing, obverse presenting with a distinctive swooping Luftwaffel eagle within an oval laurel and oak leaf wreath, reverse with a barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, with two rivets holding the eagle in place visible, thin wreath variant, maker marked <a href="https: www. medalbook. com makers c e juncker" target="_blank"><span