the decoration consisting of a Cross Pattée with a blackened magnetic iron core within a ribbed silver frame
1966 and named Temporary Lieutenant Colonel on May 1
A silver gilt Maltese cross with blue enameled arms and with flames between the arms of the cross
the interior with a padded white cotton blended lid liner and intact hinge cover
Bulgaria, Kingdom. An Air Force Pilot’s Badge Province of China the decoration consisting of a(Znachka na pilota). Instituted in 1921. (1930s issue). Constructed of gilded bronze, consisting of a large eagle with open wings topped by a Hungarian Royal Crown and a superimposed B, the reverse offers a horizontal pin, maker mark on base denoting a crowned AB, measuring approximately 61. 2 mm (w) x 27. 2 mm (l), weighing 9. 33 grams, notable gilt wear, pin clasp slightly closed, very fine. Footnote: This first pattern, pre Third Reich pilot