Germany, Luftwaffe. An Observer Badge, J1 Variant, by C.E. Juncker Auction 40 mm x 55 mm

40 mm x 55 mm

The opening mechanism consists of a latch-type mechanism that functions flawlessly in combination with a metal hinge on the reverse of the case

and evidence of enamel repair to the horse

containing 239 pages with coloured and black-and-white illustrations

Germany, Luftwaffe. An Observer Badge, J1 Variant, by C.E. Juncker Auction 40 mm x 55 mm(Beobachterabzeichen). Constructed of nickel silver, the obverse consisting of an oval laurel and oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by ribbon, overlaid by a swooping Luftwaffe eagle clutching a mobile swastika, the reverse with two visible rivets securing the eagle in position, with a wide barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, maker marked C. E. JUNCKER, BERLIN S. W., measuring 52. 74 mm (w) x 53. 00 mm (h),