Germany, Nsfk. A Badge For Free Balloon Pilots, Ii Pattern Archive the uniform was costly to

the uniform was costly to make and many men did not have extra funds to spend on such items so dress uniforms were often rented for special occasions

measures 58

signed and dated February 13

1913-1921)

oak leaf cluster on its original ribbon with brooch pinback)

Germany, Nsfk. A Badge For Free Balloon Pilots, Ii Pattern Archive the uniform was costly to(Abzeichen fr Freiballonfhrer). A second pattern badge constructed of silvered zink, the obverse depicts a free hot air balloon with the NSFK emblem at the top of the air bag, surrounding the central motif is an oval oak leaf wreath, the reverse presents a vertical principle pin assembly, engraved with the patent number 231240, measuring 44. 58 mm (w) x 58. 58 mm (h), and in near very fine condition.