Yugoslavia, Kingdom. A "First Strike" Royal Air Service Pilot Badge, c.1935 visually-hidden gilt wear evident on the

gilt wear evident on the bar under the crown on both sides

where he was to serve for almost eight months

flanked on each side by integral shoulder loops for the accommodation of optional straps

The sweatband is constructed of black leather with a threaded brown bow at the inside rear

In the center of the Maltese cross is the Polish eagle in exquisite and very detailed white embroidery

Yugoslavia, Kingdom. A "First Strike" Royal Air Service Pilot Badge, c.1935 visually-hidden gilt wear evident on theAn unfinished so called "First Strike", in die stamped silver exhibiting unfinished silver around perimeters of badge relief, measuring 68. 2 mm (w) x 49. 9 mm (h), 41. 07 grams, with toned silver details, fine.