Close Combat Clasp - 1957 Version Archive WWII Air Force Observers' Badge

WWII Air Force Observers' Badge - in silvered tombac with red lacquer

returned to Canada at the request of the Metis (former trappers

Overall very fine plus condition

vertical pinback flanked by prongs

On August 28

Close Combat Clasp - 1957 Version Archive WWII Air Force Observers' BadgeClose Combat Clasp 1957 Version Post WWII Federal Republic of Germany; Official denazified "1957" issue for Veterans wear (as WWII badges were not allowed for wear) "Gold" Grade of the Close Combat Clasp. Made in 1960's, in gilded tombac. These badges were awarded only to the German Veterans entitled to this badge during the War. Production of these badges ceased in 1986. In extremely fine condition.