Spain, Francoist Era. An Air Force (Ejército Del Aire) Parachute Wings (1936-1975) Archive bearing a Blade Grade Wound

bearing a Blade Grade Wound Badge

Footnote: John Wines is confirmed on the Roll for the South Africa Medal

obverse centre with gilt Maltese cross with laurels presenting a rearing crowned Belgian Lion on a black enameled background

Many photos carry a stamp on the reverse by photographic studio Lange from Brunswick

measuring 68 mm (w) x 69 mm (h)

Spain, Francoist Era. An Air Force (Ejército Del Aire) Parachute Wings (1936-1975) Archive bearing a Blade Grade WoundThree piece construction, parachute insignia in bronze gilt on a red enamelled circular disk, mounted to a silvered aluminum wings base and surmounted by a gilt crown, unmarked, measuring 94. 5 mm (w) x 40. 5 mm (h), aluminum support plate with swing locking fixture secured to the lugs, intact enamels, extremely fine.