Germany, Luftwaffe. An Air Gunner and Radio Operator Badge, by Berg & Nolte Hold scattered chipping in the red

scattered chipping in the red paint and silvering wear evident

demonstrating extensive oxidation and loss of finish to both the core and frame

(Friedrich August Kreuz

and with crossed swords suspension

Ribbon Bars

Germany, Luftwaffe. An Air Gunner and Radio Operator Badge, by Berg & Nolte Hold scattered chipping in the red(Fliegerschtzenabzeichen fr Bordfunker). Constructed of silvered tombak, the obverse consisting of an oval laurel and oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by a mobile swastika, overlaid by a swooping Luftwaffe eagle clutching a pair of lightning bolts, the reverse with two visible rivets securing the eagle in position, with a barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, maker marked with the logo of Berg & Nolte, Ldenscheid,