the photo measuring 98 mm (w) x 72 mm (h) and mounted to a 102 mm (w) x 102 mm (h) piece of cardboard
the reverse marked with six-pointed star indicating gilded bronze construction (typical of WW1 produced awards)
The throat is retained by two side screws
A print on the back gives the date
on a replacement incorrect triangular ribbon with hook and eye
Germany, Luftwaffe. A Pilot’s Badge, By Friedrich Linden Auction the photo measuring 98 mm(Flugzeugfhrerabzeichen). Constructed of silvered tombak, 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 a two visible rivets securing the obverse eagle in place, with a narrow block hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, unmarked but with the physical characteristics of manufacture by Friedrich