United States. Two Army Air Force Badges, C. 1942 Auction Archive both pieces sewn in place

both pieces sewn in place upon a black felt base

with a large button on the underside of the collar on both sides

small tears evident around the "D" and near the anchor at the left end

all of the silvering has disappeared on the cross due to age and wear

He joined the SS in 1940 and received training as an antitank gunner

United States. Two Army Air Force Badges, C. 1942 Auction Archive both pieces sewn in placeAircraft Observer Badge (in sterling silver, maker marked "LGB" (L. G. Balfour Company) and marked "STERLING" on the reverse, measuring 78. 5 mm (w) x 19 mm (h), horizontal pinback); and Pilot Badge (in silvered bronze, measuring 76. 8 mm (w) x 21. 5 mm (h), horizontal pinback, scattered silvering wear). Extremely fine and very fine, respectively.