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Royal Air Force sterling silver sweetheart brooch - 3
c. 1939Overview
World War Two era Royal Air Force sterling silver sweetheart brooch.
It features detailed outspread pilot wings flanking a svoided central wreath containing the letters 'RAF', surmounted by a King's Crown.
The reverse of the brooch is plain with the exception of the words 'STERLING SILVER" impressed vertically into the right side of the back of the wreath.
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-RoW00921
Item type
Badges
Collectibles
Ephemera
Jewellery
Personal Effects
Souvenirs
Material
Metal
Silver
Width
63 mm
Height or length
23 mm
Inscriptions and markings
On front of brooch:
RAF"
On reverse of brooch:
"STERLING
SILVER"
Year
Primary significance criteria
Social or spiritual significance
Comparative significance criteria
Interpretive capacity
Last modified
Monday, 15 June, 2026
Completeness
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