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Royal Air Force sterling silver and enamel sweetheart brooch - 1
c. 1939Overview
World War Two era Royal Air Force sterling silver and enamel sweetheart brooch.
It features detailed outspread pilot wings flanking a central wreath containing the letters 'RAF' with blue enamel interiors, surmounted by a King's Crown with red enamel detailing.
The word 'SILVER' and a maker's mark are impressed into the reverse.
It has a pin clasp for attachment.
Historical information
This sweetheart brooch is one of many produced and sold to servicemen to give to their loved ones during wartime.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-119-RoW00919
Item type
Badges
Collectibles
Ephemera
Jewellery
Personal Effects
Souvenirs
Material
Enamels
Metal
Silver
Width
55 mm
Height or length
20 mm
Inscriptions and markings
On front of brooch:
"RAF"
On reverse of brooch:
"STERLING"
Year
Primary significance criteria
Social or spiritual significance
Comparative significance criteria
Interpretive capacity
Last modified
Monday, 15 June, 2026
Completeness
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