The piece is in an GOOD, USED CONDITION- Badge Graphic Design Relief is present and detailed.Insignia remains in a Good State and has been utilised. Minimal Signs of Wear evident due to handling. Surface Toning may be visible. All Pins & stoppers are present. Item has tested positive for .925 Silver ( Not Hallmarked).
ITEM HAS BEEN SUBJECT TO HANDLING/ EXPOSURE TO VARIED CONDITIONS
PIECE IS SECOND-HAND, UNOFFICIAL UNIT-LEVEL.
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ORIGIN : SADF ( South African Defence Force)
COMPOSITION : .925 Silver ( TESTED POSITIVE).
YEAR: 1988
TYPE: Operation Hooper ( Angola) 1987 -88 Participation Badge.
ISSUE: Unit-Level Unofficial.
WEIGHT: 1.86 gram
1 x Pcs TOTAL
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An EXCELLENT example of Border War, 1980s SADF Op. Hooper 1987 /88 .925 Silver Participation Badge w/ Pins. This piece appears to be in a VF state , with detailed Relief on obverse. All insignia present. Appropriate Evidence of handling/ age-related wear is visible on surface. Toning will be evident- no Hallmark at rear. Piece tested positive for Silver .
This piece was commissioned for private production at the behest of Unit Commanders , of the formations that participated in the Operation in Angola. The Badge was unofficial- and was not permitted or sanctioned for wear by the SADF High Command.
Operation Hooper - occurred from 2 January 1988 - 25 February 1988 , as a follow-up to Moduler in late 1987. This offensive defined the Battle of Cuito Cuanavale - in which Cuban & FAPLA Forces located West of the Cuito River were attempting to secure the town of Cuito. The SADF entered the area , preventing FAPLA from moving South-East in their attempt to dislodge UNITA.
The battle ; resulted in SADF Units disabling 59 FAPLA motorized infantry Brigade , 21 & 25 FAPLA Light Infantry Brigade & several Cuban Support troops. The town remained uncaptured by both belligerents , and led to a FAPLA withdrawal.
The ideal addition to any SADF/ SWATF Border War Era Insignia collection or display- for the enthusiast seeking a unique period piece for their assortment.
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