First Degree in Parachute Sports, qualification badge, circa 1960s-70s.

Brass, silver-plating, enamels; 24.5 x 19.4 mm. Riveted two-piece construction with a separate silvered plaque designating the particular type of sport (in this case, showing a parachutist). Maker mark "ZKhL" to the reverse. In excellent condition.

Awarded for reaching the highest of the 3 basic sport degrees prior to achieving the level of "Candidate Master". Although this is a sport qualification rather than a military badge, vast majority of its recipients were military paratroopers or paramilitary (DOSAAF) parachute instructors.


$55.00