Germany, Luftstreitkräfte. A Prussian Observer’s Badge, Sew-On Version Newly Listed mounted to a silvered bronze

mounted to a silvered bronze and green enamelled base

He was also awarded an Honorary Degree from McGill University

oxidation and material fatigue evident

and maker marked “AD Schwerdt

minimal enamel loss

Germany, Luftstreitkräfte. A Prussian Observer’s Badge, Sew-On Version Newly Listed mounted to a silvered bronze(Beobachterabzeichen). Constructed of silver with multi coloured enamels, the obverse consisting of an oval laurel and oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by ribbon, topped by a German State Crown, with a central red enameled square applique overlaid by a black and white checkered motif, the reverse with dual visible prongs securing the obverse applique in place, unmarked, measuring 32. 40 mm (w) x 48. 28 mm (h), weighing 7. 8 grams, minor