Russia, Soviet Union. A Soviet Air Force Mechanic And Technician School Graduation Badge, C.1940 Hold that had been named for

that had been named for Louisburg

the award in question is the Iron Cross 2nd Class

inside a red enamelled ring

obverse with central mobile swastika inside an oak leaf wreath

it was restricted to subjects of noble families with proofs of at least eight noble great-grandparents

Russia, Soviet Union. A Soviet Air Force Mechanic And Technician School Graduation Badge, C.1940 Hold that had been named forConstructed of silvered bronze with enamels, the obverse consisting of a pair of wings with detailed feathering, topped by a red enameled five pointed star, with a central crossed hammer and wrench on top of machinery, the reverse with a screw and backplate, maker marked for the State Mint, measuring 56. 30 mm (w) x 35. 79 mm (h), some loss of finish evident, in overall near extremely fine condition.