Original U.S. WWII US Army Air Forces Aviator Sterling-Marked Pilot & Aerial Gunner Wings - Lot of 2
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Original Items: Only One Lot of 4 Available. This is a fantastic pair of WWII era Aviator wings as worn by the Pilots and Crew members aboard the various types of aircraft during and after the war. Both are pinback and marked STERLING.
The wings in this lot:
- US Army Air Forces Pilot “Wings”: During World War II, with the rise of the Army Air Forces, a second series of aviator badges were issued to include a design that has survived to the modern day. The Pilot Badge was issued in three degrees, including Pilot, Senior Pilot, and Command Pilot. A polished silver colored version of these badges is currently used as the United States Air Force Pilot Badges. This example is for a Pilot and is stamped STERLING with a functional pinback.
- US Army Air Forces Aerial Gunner “Wings”: The winged bullet on this badge represents the training and hazardous duty of aerial gunners who served on bomber aircraft such as the B-17 and B-29. It was authorized for wear from WWII until 1953 when it was replaced by the aircrew member badge. This set has the nicest patina we’ve seen, with fantastic shadowing and wear. Marked with STERLING on the reverse. The pin arm and locking catch work well.
A great lot, ready for display.
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