Hungary, Kingdom. A Rare WWII Parachute Troop Badge certificate_of_authenticity the three pins holding the

the three pins holding the steel ring frame inside are also intact

maker marked and numbered on reverse

the knot measuring 38 mm (w) x 58 mm (h)

one unmarked and the other maker marked “FR

Hungary, Kingdom. A Rare WWII Parachute Troop Badge certificate_of_authenticity the three pins holding theIn bronze, the obverse bearing a skull and crossed swords mounted on spread wings and a parachute, with two tongues on reverse for fastening, 78. 34mm(w) x 38. 0mm(h), in very fine condition, and rare. Footnote: The troop badge, embroidered for officers and NCOs, and made of metal for enlisted men, could be earned after four parachute jumps. Troop badges were worn above the right breast pocket of the tunic.