The Airborne Pale Blue Cloth British Army Officer Rank Pips are high-quality reproductions of the rank stars worn by British officers during WWII. This distinctive pale blue version was used by Airborne units and sewn directly onto uniforms.
Faithfully produced in cloth based on the wartime originals, these pips are ideal for re-enactors, collectors, and museums looking to complete an accurate British Airborne officer’s uniform.

Historische Context 
British officers wore rank stars, known as pips, as insignia on their Battle Dress and Service Dress uniforms. The pale blue variant was specific to Airborne units, including the famous 1st and 6th Airborne Divisions. They denoted officer rank and leadership, playing a crucial role in field identification during major operations such as D-Day and Market Garden.

Sizes

• Diameter per star: approx. 2.5 cm
• Set includes: individual cloth stars (number depending on rank: 1–3 pieces)

Specifications
Affiliation: British Army (Airborne) • Material: Cloth / embroidered • Colour: Pale Blue • Type: Officer Rank Pips