Original Wwii Army

WWII Sterling Silver United States Army Air Force Command Pilot Badges are premium, WWII-era (1940s) insignia featuring a star-and-wreath design above the central shield. Authentic pieces are marked with the N. New York hallmark, often including a shield, and are typically sterling silver. These wings are highly sought after by collectors. Design: Features a star surrounded by a wreath centered above the shield. NEW YORK" along with "STERLING" or a shield logo WWII, sometimes with a "9M mark indicating 1950s-1960s production. Construction: High-quality sterling silver, with pin-back (common in WWII) or clutch-back (common in later, late-war/post-war) fasteners. Authenticity Note: While Meyer produced many originals, some, particularly with "9M" marks, might be post-war or, according to some users on the U. Militaria Forum, re-strikes, with some collectors noting that authentication can be difficult. Command Pilot: Features the wreath around the star. Senior Pilot: Features only a single star above the shield, which is sometimes confused with the Command Pilot wing.

Meyer was a premier maker, and their, according to Identify Medals. High-quality, often, according to U. Militaria Forum, sterling-silver insignia, according to Identify Medals, are highly prized.