Germany, Luftstreitkräfte. A Prussian Observer’s Badge, Sew-On Version Newly Listed oxidation and material fatigue evident

oxidation and material fatigue evident

His bravery in action during that battle also earned him a posthumous M

and maker marked “AD Schwerdt

minimal enamel loss

Footnote: Edmund Bradford Titus was born on April 2

Germany, Luftstreitkräfte. A Prussian Observer’s Badge, Sew-On Version Newly Listed oxidation and material fatigue evident(Beobachterabzeichen). Constructed of silver with multi coloured enamels, the obverse consisting of an oval laurel and oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by ribbon, topped by a German State Crown, with a central red enameled square applique overlaid by a black and white checkered motif, the reverse with dual visible prongs securing the obverse applique in place, unmarked, measuring 32. 40 mm (w) x 48. 28 mm (h), weighing 7. 8 grams, minor