Finland. A Radio Operator & Air Gunner Badge By Veljekset Sundqvist United Republic of maker marked "SCHWAAB S &

maker marked "SCHWAAB S & S CO

with loop marked "800"

The upper third of the shaft has two integral oak leaf bands

and the helmet measures 218 mm (w) x 285 mm (l) x 140 mm (h)

he worked as chief technology officer and board member for the German Luft Hansa

Finland. A Radio Operator & Air Gunner Badge By Veljekset Sundqvist United Republic of maker marked "SCHWAAB S &A near mint example of this uncommon type, made of two piece construction, die stamped with blue and black enameled centre, measuring 38. 2 mm x 51 mm, maker marked "VELJEKSET SUNDQVIST" on the screwback, intact enamels, light contact on the reverse, near mint.