Germany, Luftstreitkräfte. A Prussian Observer’s Badge, Sew-On Version Newly Listed minimal enamel loss

minimal enamel loss

mounted to a silvered bronze and green enamelled base

and maker marked “AD Schwerdt

the tassels in multiple strands of maroon embroidery surrounded by strands of twisted silvered bullion wire

1915" inside an open-ended wreath of laurel leaves

Germany, Luftstreitkräfte. A Prussian Observer’s Badge, Sew-On Version Newly Listed minimal enamel loss(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