Germany, Nsfk. A Badge For Free Balloon Pilots, Ii Pattern Archive signed and dated February 13

signed and dated February 13

1913-1921)

the uniform was costly to make and many men did not have extra funds to spend on such items so dress uniforms were often rented for special occasions

measures 58

Germany, Nsfk. A Badge For Free Balloon Pilots, Ii Pattern Archive signed and dated February 13(Abzeichen fr Freiballonfhrer). A second pattern badge constructed of silvered zink, the obverse depicts a free hot air balloon with the NSFK emblem at the top of the air bag, surrounding the central motif is an oval oak leaf wreath, the reverse presents a vertical principle pin assembly, engraved with the patent number 231240, measuring 44. 58 mm (w) x 58. 58 mm (h), and in near very fine condition.