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This is a rare circa 1942-1943 Luftwaffe Fighter Wing 51 Jagdgeschwader "Molders" insignia badge. Collectively the members of the JG-51 received more of the prestigious Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross than any other Jagdgeschwader. The badge shows an eagle's head and is enameled in black and light blue.
VINTAGECirca 1942-1943.
SIZEApproximately 11/16" in diameter.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALSSilver-plated brass and enamel.
ATTACHMENTHorizontal safety-style pin with saddle.
MARKINGSN/A.
ITEM NOTESThis is from a Nazi Germany collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. KBJHR21 LGGEX08/30/22 SGJJX10/24
CONDITION8 (Excellent): The badge shows minor to moderate wear.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.