United States. A Sterling Silver Army Air Force Command Pilot Badge, By Josten Newly Listed 53 mm x 43

53 mm x 43

wear in the fabric overlying the hinged area and exposing the wooden framework

silver gilt and blue enamels

with the heading "WIR DANKEN UNSERM FUHRER" (We Thank Our Leader) below on the obverse

featuring men in Air Force or Navy uniforms

United States. A Sterling Silver Army Air Force Command Pilot Badge, By Josten Newly Listed 53 mm x 43In sterling silver, maker marked "JOSTEN" and marked "STERLING" on the reverse, measuring 76. 5 mm (w) x 31. 5 mm (h), horizontal pinback, light contact overall, residue evident in the recessed areas from cleaning, better than very fine. Footnote: During the Second World War, with the rise of the Army Air Forces, a second series of aviator badges were issued to include a design that has survived to the modern day. The Pilot Badge was issued in three