Description
This is an unidentified badge for the Italian Air Force 53rd Fighter Wing (Stormo Caccia). It is numbered 1141 on reverse and is by S. Johnson. The badge shows a saber at its center that is beautifully enameled in luminescent tangerine and ice blue.
VINTAGE:Circa unknown.
SIZE:Approximately 1-3/16" in height and 13/16" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Plated brass with enamel.
ATTACHMENT:Vertical pin with come-under locking swivel catch.
MARKINGS:1141 S. JOHNSON.
ITEM NOTES:This is from an unidentified collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. Item will not be sold until it is identified. MEJX03 LX9/11
CONDITION:8 (Excellent-): The badge shows very light wear with some light tarnishing on the reverse only; all enamel is intact.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.