WWII US Army Air Forces Sterling Silver Observer Wings, 23g, NS Meyer, 3.17"

• Used (Excellent vintage condition with original uncleaned period patina)
• Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Region of Origin: United States
• Maker: N.S. Meyer, Inc. (New York)
• Material: Solid Sterling Silver

• Maker Mark: Stamped with the highly collectible, early-war raised "Meyer Shield" hallmark directly under the left wing fold.
• Dimensions: Measures exactly 3.17 inches long by 0.81 inches tall, confirming the distinct low-profile centerpiece and swept wing span characteristic of Meyer's specialized 1941–1943 die tooling.
• Weight: Weighs a massive 23.0 grams, placing it squarely into the premium, highly sought-after "heavy-strike" category of wartime production.

An exceptional, 100% authentic World War II era United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) Observer flight rating badge. This full-size service dress uniform wing is a textbook early-to-mid wartime strike manufactured by the renowned silversmiths N.S. Meyer, Inc., New York

• Original Unpolished Finish: This badge features its beautiful, slow-growing dark iridescent period patina. It has never been cleaned or chemically polished, preserving its historical integrity and accentuating the deep feather definitions.
• Hardware: Features its original period-correct horizontal pin hinge and a fully functional drop-in safety catch mechanism on the reverse.