WW2 Russian Soviet Fighter Pilot Commemorative Tinnie

The WW2 Russian Soviet Fighter Pilot Commemorative Tinnie is a small pressed metal badge produced to honor the service of Soviet combat aviators during the Second World War. Typically issued as a form of recognition or souvenir, these tinnies were commonly distributed during postwar commemorative events, anniversaries, or veterans’ gatherings. The badge generally features Soviet Air Force imagery such as aircraft or pilot profiles, along with national symbols like the red star. Made from lightweight metal—usually tin or aluminum—the tinnie would be finished with painted or enameled details and equipped with a simple pin-back fastener for attachment to clothing. Measuring approximately 2-4 centimeters in diameter, it served both as a symbolic token of gratitude and as an element of Soviet commemorative culture. This example reflects the visual style and materials characteristic of mid-20th century Soviet memorabilia related to World War II aviation history.