Royal Air Force RAF Fighter Command Queen's Crown Bullion Blazer Badge

In mint condition, UK made and of superior quality with Bullion and plated wire/ cottons and Bespoke Melton backing, designed to fit UK blazer pocket. In near mint condition. Circa 8.1cms wide across scroll and 11.5cms tall (measurements include the backing).

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Code: 66429

WW1 Royal Flying Corps RFC Stylized Brass Shoulder Title - Cut from Sheet Brass

An unusual pattern, possibly theatre made, not encountered before, and assumed to be related to Dominion air force units in South Africa or India, but happy to be corrected. Two original small thin loops soldered to reverse of thin cut brass sheet joined via a central strip "RFC". Reminiscent of the slouch hat badges cut from sheet brass in the Boer War. Any positive attribution most welcome...  read more

Code: 66956

Royal Air Force RAF Observer Embroidered Half Brevet Wing

An early flat example in good condition with original paper backing mainly intact.

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Code: 67314

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.

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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.

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Code: 66542