United States. Two Second World War Aircrew and Bombardier Badges Hold Footnote:The Order of Military Service

Footnote:The Order of Military Service was instituted in 1949 in a single class for substantial contributions to military service

A rare and high-quality General’s baton from the estate of Francisco Franco

marked "Necklace of Honour remains the Property of the National Exhibition of Work" in French and Dutch on the inside lid

within a pebbled and ribbed border

the obverse bearing a raised and rightward-facing profile of Empress Maria Theresa

United States. Two Second World War Aircrew and Bombardier Badges Hold Footnote:The Order of Military ServiceAn Aircrew Basic Badge, in silver, reverse marked STERLING, horizontal pin, measures 76. 0 mm (w) x 20. 8 mm (h), light wear, small contact marks, in very fine condition. An Air Force Bombardier Badge, in silver, reverse marked GEMSCO N. Y. STERLING, horizontal swing pin, measures 78. 9 mm (w) x 22. 4 mm (h), light wear, in extremely fine condition.