German awards - Badge of a military aviation figure in 1913

This sign was donated by William II in January 1913. All officers, non-commissioned officers and soldiers who, after successfully preparing and passing two exams for air traffic controllers, received a diploma of a military air traffic controller through the air force and automobile inspection.
These badges were made in different versions. Material consists of silver, non-ferrous metal, silver-plated, fine zinc, silver-plated or iron. There are hollow embossed specimens, as well as forged specimens. The signs were made of silver, non-ferrous metal, silver-plated iron. Due to different production and material, the size varies from 1 to 3 mm.
In addition, half sizes were made for infection or for the hoop of the order (size: 50 x 30 mm). Embroidered structures with metal carvings are rare.

Standing oval sign made of silver (or silver-plated material). At the back is a vertical pin.

Front side:

• The rim is formed from a wreath tied with a loop from below. On the right is oak foliage, on the left is laurel foliage.
• They connect with the upper imperial crown.
In
• a surrounded field is a landscape with mountains. There are several buildings on the left and right.
• Above it is a plane flying to the right (Rumpler-Taube)

Downside:

• Hollow embossed or smoothly glued. Everything is always smooth for Juncker.
• Stamped manufacturers - C.E. JUNCKER BERLIN - as well as 800 and a crescent moon.

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Front side: badge "Military aircraft designer of 1913"

Reverse: badge "Military Aviafuhrer 1913"

Established:

January 27, 1913 by the king and emperor William II.

Awarded:

1913 – 1920

Data:

• Material: Silver
• Size: 71mm x 45mm
• Weight: 29g

estimated collector price:

800 - 840 € silver 400 - 440 € brass silver 280 - 300 € zinc silver

OEK Number:

3286