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

adjustable

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

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

Both insignia are perfectly centered on the front of the cap and appear to be original to the cap

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