An Early War Luftwaffe Flak Badge by Juncker in its Case of Issue
A textbook example of an early war Luftwaffe “Flak Abzeichen”; an oval silvered tombac wreath, consisting of an oak leaf wreath, with a ribbon on the bottom, and a Luftwaffe eagle on the top of the badge, clutching a swastika, and a Flak 88 facing towards the top right, with the barrel extending paste the badge; vertical needle style pin, with a barrel hinge, and a round wire catch; maker marked “C.E.Juncker, Berlin S.W.” on the reverse; measuring 60 mm x 44mm; in mint condition. Accompanied by its case of issue; constructed of heavy pressed paper, with a faux leather (leatherette) exterior; embossed with “Flakkampfabzeichen” in golden gothic lettering on the outside of the lid; lined interior lid; slotted metal bed; functional spring catch with stud release; intact interior fabric hinge cover; functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 81 mm x 74 mm; overall near mint condition. (C:44)

