Czechoslovakia, I Republic. An Air Force Balloon Pilot's Badge, c.1938 Hold measuring 57 mm (w) x

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

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

disaster relief and maritime patrol operations

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

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

Czechoslovakia, I Republic. An Air Force Balloon Pilot's Badge, c.1938 Hold measuring 57 mm (w) xAn 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.