ORIGINAL 1930’S UNITED STATES ARMY AIR CORPS PILOT WINGS, 2-7/8 INCH SIZE, PIN-BACK. During World War II, with the rise of the Army Air Forces, a second series of aviator badges were issued to include a design that has survived to the modern day. The Pilot Badge was issued in three degrees, including Pilot, Senior Pilot, and Command Pilot. A polished silver colored version of these badges is currently used as the United States Air Force Pilot Badges. From August 1941 to November 1942, the Enlisted Aviator program was restarted. Candidates had to be at least 18, possess a high school diploma, and have graduated at the top of their high school class. Graduates were rated as Flight Staff Sergeants or Flight Technical Sergeants and wore the same pilot’s wings as officers. They were usually assigned to pilots of transport and auxiliary aircraft to free officer pilots to pilot the more prestigious fighters and bombers. Auxiliary pilots received their own special wings to indicate their status and specialty. In November 1942 all enlisted pilots were promoted to Flight Officer rank and enlisted cadets were graded as Flight Officers or Second Lieutenants depending on merit. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!
Cool, just picked this up in the local antique shop just off silver. Dusty here in southern new mexico.
Gorgeous piece of wearable history. 1932 First Solo Flight US Air Corps Pilot Wings ID Bracelet. Sterling silver bracelet with 14K WWI Style Wings. Great chance to research – the aviator’s came and solo flight date are engraved. Could use a good polish but is beautiful as is.
Interwar 1930’s USN Navy Aviators Badge “Pilot Wings” Garrison Cap AMCRAFT. Wonderful Original Interwar 1930’s USN Navy Aviators Badge “Pilot Wings” Garrison Overseas Cap Size 1 3/8 Inch AMCRAFT Attleboro, Massachusetts Pin Back, Great Issued. As Photographed with wear as seen. A Nice Candidate for any Period Collection, Impression, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Rare. Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
Bracelet has a 10k center planchet. Please see my other auctions for more items from this estate and other estate military items. Thank you and good luck! As required by your country’s laws, they are not charged by me and I have no responsibility toward them.
Great detail, with the full feather wings as in the WW2 period. Full size, not a miniature. Issued starting in 1922 to service members in the United States Navy and United States Marine Corops who received training and qualification as dirigible pilots. The badge first appeared in Navy Uniform Regulations in 1922. _gsrx_vers_468 GS 6.4 (468).
Extremely rare 1920’s US Navy / USMC pilot wings in 1-3/4 length. Sterling silver construction with 1/20th 10Kt. This rare variant has a non-typical Army style shield and wing form with an oversized anchor. Early 20th Century type safety clasp. Condition is excellent with some age related patina. No damage or repairs.
ORIG’L & VG Condition 1930’s Air Corps Silver Bullion Pilot’s Wings SALE PRICED! These are an ORIGINAL BULLION thread silver wings or qualification badge awarded to Air Corps pilots upon their graduation from their flight training during the 1930’s. The wings are in VERY GOOD overall condition, with minor signs of tarnishing, and show no indications of having been previously sewn on a pilot’s blouse. Here’s a chance for the aviation collector or re-enactor to obtain a great pair of bullion wings for the collection or restoration of a whipcord blouse of the period for little more than I paid 30 years ago. PLEASE NOTE: The insignia will be mailed in a first class No. I’m a militaria collector like you and I do this as a sideline to my own collecting. Nonetheless, I’ll handle your order in a business-like and professional manner. Thanks for your business! Vendio Images: More than just a pretty image. 250+ Mobile Responsive & Active Content Free Listing Templates with Vendio Sales Manager. Get business information that counts! – Vendio Counters are active content free.
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Beautiful pattern and patina. Please see my other auctions for more items from this estate and other estate military items. Thank you and good luck! As required by your country’s laws, they are not charged by me and I have no responsibility toward them.