Early Postwar Italian Parachute Qualification Badge Airforce a known pre-WWI and WWI-era

a known pre-WWI and WWI-era military outfitter

commonly used by officers commissioning private uniforms

complete with mount

on a slider mount

bronzed steel maker marked HKM

Early Postwar Italian Parachute Qualification Badge Airforce a known pre-WWI and WWI-eraAn original Italian Army Parachute Qualification Badge from the early Cold War period, likely produced between the 1950s and 1960s. This example features the classic parachute canopy flanked by stylized wings and central star, representing the elite paracadutisti (paratroopers) of the Italian Armed Forces. The 79 mm badge is constructed in metal with excellent detailing and is fitted with its original pin and catch fastening device to the reverse.