A German Imperial Observer Officer’s Badge By Juncker; Published Example Hold The Institut capitalized on the

The Institut capitalized on the work of scholars and technical experts of the Commission des Sciences et des Arts and fostered the development of Egypt

with original ribbon (aprox

discolouration on the rosette

Gilt brass moulding of an eagle forms the back spine and pommel of the hilt

Weller became a Captain in the 19th Infantry Battalion CEF but did not go overseas with the Battalion in 1915

A German Imperial Observer Officer’s Badge By Juncker; Published Example Hold The Institut capitalized on theIn silver plated brass, center square section enameled, unmarked, but typical Juncker, Berlin manufacture (type 5), 45. 2mm x 71. 29mm, weighs 21. 5 grams, with nice dark patina, in worn condition, very fine. (Illustrated on page 244, Carsten Baldes "Aircrew Badges and Honor Prizes of the Flying Troops").