maker marked "Wn & Wb" (Mappin & Webb) and engraved to "GUNR
an eight-point star of seven smooth rays
Winkler was born on 15 September 1908 in Klagenfurt
inscribed “Opes regum corda subditorum” (Latin - The deeds of the Kings win the hearts of their subjects)
Footnote: The bronze stars signify the number of battle clasps the recipient was entitled to wear on his Victory Medal
Germany, Luftwaffe. A Presentation Case For A Reconnaissance Clasp In Gold Auction Archive maker marked "Wn & Wb"(Etui fr Frontflugspange fr Aufklrer in Gold). Constructed of a light wooden frame with a faux dark blue leather exterior liner, the lid bearing a gilt inscription of FRONTFLUGSPANGE FR AUFKLRER GOLD, the interior with a white rayon lid liner and intact hinge cover, with a slotted beige felt medal bed, closing with a functional metal spring catch with exterior stud release, unmarked, measuring 90 mm (w) x 44 mm (l) x 24 mm (h), with minor material