Bulgaria, Kingdom. A Rare First War Pilot Badge, c.1917 Hold The plain white celluloid grip

The plain white celluloid grip shows minor surface wear and hairline cracks

Nine days after her admission

In fair to fine condition

1943) and assorted research papers

maker marked "D & C" (Dieges & Clust) and marked "1/10 10K

Bulgaria, Kingdom. A Rare First War Pilot Badge, c.1917 Hold The plain white celluloid gripIn silver and silver gilt, a rare, German made Pilots badge, comprising a central gilt bird with outstretched wings, surmounted by a Princely crown and rampant lion in shield below, the reverse offers a flat pin and C catch, the reverse with a sunburst pattern, measures 44. 4 mm (w) x 75. 3 mm (h), unmarked but likely of Carl Dillenius manufacture, a hollow badge with light gilt wear, remains in extremely fine condition.