WW2 Parachute Regiment other ranks beret badge voided crown

A good original wartime issue 'Parachute Regiment beret badge'; die stamped white metal winged parachute canopy surmounted by a Royal Crest bearing voided crown. Good used condition, complete with original loops, minor service wear.
Width 68mm.

Originally formed as The Parachute Corps 22nd June, 1940 at The Central Landing School, Ringway, Manchester; redesignated The Parachute Regiment, Army Air Corps 1st August, 1942.

Code: 64360