Austro-Hungary, Empire. A First War Air Force Pilot Badge, c. 1925 Hold scattered chipping in the black

scattered chipping in the black lacquered finish

an Order of the Zähringer Lion ribbon with swords

54mm(w) x 80mm(h)

his citation stating: "Under the provisions of AR 600-85

Silver bullion and green embroidery on khaki background

Austro-Hungary, Empire. A First War Air Force Pilot Badge, c. 1925 Hold scattered chipping in the blackA Czech manufactured example for Czech pilot serving in the Austro Hungarian Air Force 1914 18, in gilded silver and enamel, obverse shows eagled with spread wings, mounted on laurel wreath with Royal crown and cipher of Franz Joseph, 63. 6 mm (h) x 53. 7 mm (w), evidence of some light wear on reverse, very fine condition.