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Royal Air Force gold tone oval voided sweetheart brooch
c. 1939Overview
World War Two era Royal Air Force gold tone sweetheart brooch in the form of a horizontal oval border with the traditional pilot wings attached to both sides.
The outstretched wings flank a central wreath containing the letters 'RAF', surmounted by a King's Crown.
The metal appears to be gilded but some has worn off revealing the base metal underneath.
The reverse of the brooch is plain and 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-RoW00935
Item type
Badges
Collectibles
Ephemera
Jewellery
Personal Effects
Souvenirs
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Gilt
Metal
Width
31 mm
Height or length
18 mm
Inscriptions and markings
On front of brooch:
"RAF"
Year
Primary significance criteria
Social or spiritual significance
Comparative significance criteria
Interpretive capacity
Last modified
Sunday, 21 June, 2026
Completeness
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