M-005 Very Desirable Bullion DLV
Balloon Qualification Badge
This exact piece, from the Ed Stadnicki collection, appears on page
70 of Volume One of Uniforms & Traditions of the LUFTWAFFE by
John R. Angolia and Adolf Schlicht. It is a superb example with the
balloon and basket, surrounded by a half wreath of oak leaves, hand embroidered
in aluminum bullion on a slightly oval patch of fine quality, medium grey
wool/felt. It has a fine weave black (or very dark blue) cloth protective
backing covering the fragile anchoring threads for the embroidery on the
reverse. The presence of the oakleaves around the balloon is said to indicate a
higher level of proficiency. The grey felt oval measures about 2.5” from
top to bottom, and is in excellent condition, with only one tiny spot of
tracking to the plush napped surface. Perfect display piece with important
documentation!
$995.00
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Item M-005