WW2 era Scarce Auxiliary Air Force ( AAF ) unmarked silver official issue lapel badge - Society Pilots, Barrage Balloon Squadrons, Anti-aircraft Balloon Defences

The Auxiliary Air Force owes its origin to Lord Trenchard's vision of an elite corps of civilians who would serve their country in flying squadrons in their spare time. Instituted by Order in Council on 9 October 1924, the first Auxiliary Air Force squadrons were formed the following year. The pilots of AAF squadrons were generally formed from the society's elite, who in contrast to those of th...  read more

Code: 61969

Royal Auxiliary Air Force (AAF) Mufti Lapel Badge - Ladies Pin Fitting

Post WW2 Royal Auxiliary Air Force (Just AAF during the war, Royal bestowed in 1947 by King George V) ) unmarked silver lapel badge with original pin fitting as issued to female members. Lapel circa 24mm tall. Silver dark toned otherwise in very good condition.

The Auxiliary Air Force owes its origin to Lord Trenchard's vision of an elite corps of civilians who would serve the...  read more

Code: 62866

Royal Flying Corps (RFC) Other Ranks Gilding Metal Cap Badge

Heavily polished and condition reflected in price. Two original long loop to the reverse. Sold as seen.

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Code: 66047

Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) blackened economy ((not fully voided) Cap badge

A good die-stamped blackened and lightly voided issue on two original loops. Crowned 'RAAF' resting in Wattle sprays. Some orange coloured stains possibly the underlying metal showing through, but other than that a scarce badge.

See also:
https://www.britishbadgeforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=87083&highlight=RAAF

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Code: 67160

WW2 Pattern Royal Air Force ( RAF) Cap Badge, Kings Crown

A King's Crown die struck cap badge with two original loops to reverse. Some minor bending to lugs otherwise in lovely condition with good detail.

Comm SiSa  read more

Code: 62542

Scarce WW2 Royal Air Force ( RAF ) Radio Operator's Aircrew Half Brevet, RO Wing

A fine padded half wing with “RO” to centre of wreath. Good example, removed from uniform. Actually worn by airborne Radar Operators.

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Code: 62331

WW2 Royal Air Force RAF Warrant Officer's / Officer Cadet's Gilt Metal Cap Badge - King's Crown

Gilt bright, retaining strips behind the king's crown to hold in place an original maroon velvet backing, two original loops, correct black painted panel between base of crown and the back of the eagle. Circa 5.5cms wide and 6.1cms tall. In very good condition.

This cap badge design was peculiar to warrant officers and officer cadets.

Tanner "The Flying Service...  read more

Code: 66542

Royal Air Force RAF AG Air Gunners Embroidered Brevet Badge

In good condition, slightly padded, in near mint condition but looks removed from uniform from the stitch holes in the rear. A post WW2 example.

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Code: 66435

VR - Royal Air Force RAF Volunteer Reserve Senior Officer's Pair of Gilt Metal Epaulette Shoulder Strap Badges

A scarce matched pair of gilt metal shoulder badges with two original blades (unfolded) to the reverse of each, circa 22mm wide and 14mm tall. Thick lettering and of superior quality to those usually encountered. Slight staining from service use otherwise in very good condition. Came with the bullion senior officer badge listed as my item 66434 above.

Comm ViCr  read more

Code: 66433

Royal Air Force (RAF) Queens Crown Bullion Peak Cap Badge

In very good condition still retaining paper backing. Circa 7cms tall and 6cms wide. Gilt bright and plush velvet to crown. A quality item.

See my item 57244 for the earlier King's Crown pattern.

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Code: 64885