Germany, Luftwaffe. A Flak Badge with Case of Issue
(Luftwaffe Flak Abzeichen). A badge constructed of nickel-silver, the obverse consisting of oak leaves, with a Luftwaffe eagle on the on the top of the badge clutching a swastika, and a Flak 88 facing towards the top right, with the barrel extending past the badge, the reverse plain with a vertical needle style pin, a crimped ball hinge, and a crimped flat wire catch, measuring 46.35 mm (w) x 65.48 mm (h), weighing 38.6 grams. Accompanied by its case of issue, constructed of cardstock, with a slightly textured blue faux leather (leatherette) exterior, the exterior of the lid embossed Flak Kampf Abz. in golden lettering, with a lined interior lid, a slotted medal bed, an intact fabric hinge cover, a functional spring catch and stud release, and a functional exterior metal hinge, in overall near extremely fine condition.

