WW2 Parachute Regiment other ranks beret badge excavated

A scarce ORIGINAL classic wartime issue 'Parachute Regiment beret badge'; die stamped white metal winged parachute canopy surmounted by a Royal Crest bearing a non-voided crown. Excavated condition, complete with original loops, one slightly bent, undulated wing span with evidence of pitting to the surface. Width approx 67mm. 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.