A First War Unique Converted Bavarian Pilot’s Badge; Published Example certificate_of_authenticity on loop for suspension marked

on loop for suspension marked “107” for “Klein & Quenzer

Bronzed aluminum

Shield in gilded brass

but without any dents or holes of any kind

contained within contemporary fitted red leather case (slightly scuffed

A First War Unique Converted Bavarian Pilot’s Badge; Published Example certificate_of_authenticity on loop for suspension markedA First War converted Bavarian pilots badge (Flugzeugfhrer Abzeichen); in stamped nickel alloy with fine details; within a wreath consisting of oak and laurel leaves; a bow on the bottom with a Bavarian crown on the top; uniquely, this badge was originally issued as a Prussian Pilots badge that was converted into a Bavarian Pilots badge; measuring 70. 65 mm x 45. 75; weighing 11. 9 grams; very fine condition. Footnote: This badge was published in