Early WWII 1943 First Die Type Polish Combat Observer Badge by J. R. Gaunt
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Early WWII 1943 First Die Type Polish Combat Observer Badge by J. R. Gaunt

Code: ompo20000


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ARTIFACT: This is an early war (1943) first die type Polish Combat Observer badge by J. R Gaunt of London. This piece was made in the UK during the war for the 'Polish Air Force in Exile', and is well marked, showing actual wear and use. The first Die Type, that cracked in 43 before the new 1944 pattern badges came out and new dies were made. The badge shows an eagle holding lightning bolts in its talons and a wreath in its beak. The green paint on the wreath denotes that this is a combat badge.

VINTAGE: Circa 1943 (early World War II).

SIZE: 3-9/16" height and 2-5/8" width.

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Brass with painted area.

ATTACHMENT: Single screw post with disc backing and chain with clip.

MARKINGS: J. R. GAUNT & SON LTD. LONDON.

ITEM NOTES: This is from a WWII foreign militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. TREJX09 LFEJX10/10 SFEJX1/16 gcXAIE/GEX

CONDITION: 8 (Excellent-): Badge shows light wear and tarnish.

GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.