RAF No 234 Battle of Britain Squadron Royal Air Force badge c1940s

A rare original circa 1939 to 1946 period 'Royal Air Force No 234 (Madras Presidency) Battle of Britain Fighter Squadron gilt and enamel pin badge', depicting a 'Dragon rampant flames issuing from the mouth' and Latin motto 'Ignem mortemque despuimus' (We spit fire and death), the reverse impressed with maker's details 'H.W.MILLER LTD B'HAM.18'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no defects to the enamel, gilt finish remains bright.
Height 33mm.
RAF No.234 Squadron was formed at RAF Leconfield in 1939 and in 1946 it was disbanded and renumbered RAF No 266 Squadron.

Code: 66895