Portugal, Republic. Two Parachutist Badges Newly Listed Pforzheim” on the reverse

Pforzheim” on the reverse

1946 and is awarded to recognize extraordinary merit in humanitarian

of the highest quality

but known to be produced by "ZOLL" of Antwerp

Portugal, Republic. Two Parachutist Badges Newly Listed Pforzheim” on the reverseFirst badge with a three piece construction, coat of arms insignia in bronze gilt with red, white and green enamels, along with a silvered cap on the parachute, mounted to a bronze gilt wings base, measuring 68. 5 mm (w) x 27. 5 mm (h), horizontal pinback, intact enamels. Second badge with a two piece construction, silvered cap on the parachute, mounted to a bronze coat of arms and wings base, measuring 63. 5 mm (w) x 26. 8 mm (h), horizontal pinback.