the interior bearing a silver content number of “835” and an unidentified jeweler’s mark
the other four are unmarked
and painted in an olive-drab colour
the point at the bottom broken off and exposing the side of the die-hole
/ shall this be / an honouring memorial sign / for the fighter / of the great World War / Erich Kiße
United States. Two Second War Army Air Force Wings, C.1943 Hold the interior bearing a silverIncludes: 1. Army Air Force Pilot Badge: in sterling silver, marked "STERLING" on the reverse, measuring 76. 3 mm (w) x 20. 5 mm (h), horizontal pinback, dark patina. 2. Army Air Force Aerial Gunner Badge: in silvered metal, unmarked, measuring 80. 8 mm (w) x 24 mm (h), horizontal pinback, very dark patina. Together, near extremely fine.