1960s Pan Am Airways Stewardess Wing Pin - LGB 10K NSF Balfour -Vintage For Sale

Up for sale is an exceptional, authentic piece of aviation history from the Golden Age of jet travel: a genuine Pan American World Airways (Pan Am) Stewardess Wing Pin. This iconic badge dates back to the 1950s/1960s and features the classic circular globe crest with the single extended right wing.
This piece was crafted by the renowned L.G. Balfour Company and features incredibly rare, historical mid-century markings on the reverse.Key Specifications & Features
• Insignia Type: Pan Am Stewardess / Flight
Attendant Uniform Wing
• Era: Circa 1950s - 1960s
• Manufacturer: L.G. Balfour Company (Attleboro,
MA)
• Hallmarks on Reverse: Fully stamped "LGB 10K
NSF"
• Material Composition: 10K Yellow Gold bonded over a historical NSF (New Sterling Fineness) silver-based alloy base, detailed with brilliant blue vitreous enamel accents.
• Dimensions: Measures approximately 1.5 inches
(approx. 3.8 cm) in total width from the edge of the globe to the tip of the wing (as shown against the tape measure).Condition Report:
• Enamel & Gold: Excellent, investment-grade condition. There are absolutely no chips, cracks, or missing sections to the blue enamel lettering or accents. The 10K gold surface displays a beautiful, warm vintage patina with zero structural wear or deep scratches.
• Functionality: The reverse pin mechanism and safety clasp are fully intact and working perfectly, closing securely.Historical Significance for Collectors:
The unique "NSF" (New Sterling Fineness) stamp identifies a specific high-quality silver alloy formulation heavily utilized by Balfour beginning in 1944 to navigate strict wartime metal restrictions.
Balfour carried this specialty production method into its premium mid-century airline commissions. This exact hallmark configuration makes this pin highly sought after by advanced commercial aviation and militaria collectors alike.