Germany, Imperial. A Pilot’s Badge, Sew-On Version, c. 1940 Republic of The chains connect to a

The chains connect to a functional spring clip for uniform suspension

He died of his wounds on March 15

(Wehrmachtbeamte Kragenspiegel für Höherer Dienst)

with dates ranging from 1919 until 1938

the dagger demonstrates issues consistent with age and use

Germany, Imperial. A Pilot’s Badge, Sew-On Version, c. 1940 Republic of The chains connect to a(Flugzeugfhrerabzeichen). Constructed of silvered brass, the obverse consisting of an oval laurel and oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by ribbon, topped by a German State Crown, surrounding a depiction of a monoplane flying over a rural landscape, perforated with eight eyelets for sew on attachment, unmarked, measuring 45. 15 mm (w) x 71. 46 mm (h), weighing 11. 2 grams, demonstrating all of the characteristics of late period veteran