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WWII Nazi Luftwaffe Observer Badge

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
WWII Nazi Luftwaffe Observer Badge
The observer badge was awarded to German Luftwaffe crewman who have completed two months of service and five missions as an observer, navigator, or bombardier or have been wounded on a mission in those jobs. The badge established by Hermann Goring and was first awarded in 1936. The badge has been well kept. The badge was awarded to “Oberleutnant Ernst Blauensteiner” with his name, rank, date award was granted, and his unit engraved on the back. Badge also comes with original blue presentation box. Box edges have some minor wear but "Beobachterabs" is still clearly visible in the original gold coloring . Overall excellent condition. Must see photos. More information on Ernst can be found here: https://www.tracesofwar.com/persons/28481/Blauensteiner-Ernst.htm?c=aw