Croatia, Independent (HDH). An Air Force Observer Breast Badge, c. 1941 Auction number impressed "11410" on the

number impressed "11410" on the edge

the reverse with a central gilded and enameled Saxon coat of arms

the reverse ricasso maker marked in a circle "C

registering 1200 flying hours in polar flights in Greenland

one depicting a speech by an officer

Croatia, Independent (HDH). An Air Force Observer Breast Badge, c. 1941 Auction number impressed "11410" on theInstituted in 1941. Silvered, a large badge bearing a central eagle surrounded by a wreath, hollow center, measures 68 mm (h) x 91 mm (w), the reverse presents a vertical pinback, light wear, in very fine condition. Footnote: This badge was awarded to qualified Observers, whose duties also included navigation and helping out air gunners.