Czechoslovakia, I Republic. An Air Force Balloon Pilot's Badge, c.1938 Hold Footnote: Order of the Ruling

Footnote: Order of the Ruling House with swords was awarded during 1937-1940 period only

within a thick laurel wreath ordained by barries and a ribbon on the bottom

measuring 57 mm (w) x 85 mm (l) x 22 mm (h)

topped by a German national eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika

together with details of the medals and the names of all the men to whom an award has been made for polar exploration and scientific research

Czechoslovakia, I Republic. An Air Force Balloon Pilot's Badge, c.1938 Hold Footnote: Order of the RulingAn uncommon badge composed of three separate stamped components, cannons affixed via rivets and prongs, eagle affized via two prongs, reverse with three stays and number 059 impressed, measuring 63. 5 mm (w) x 60. 5 mm (h), a period worn badge and a good wartime example, remains fine.