Flying Tigers enamel Breast Badge

Flying Tigers enamel Breast Badge of the famous Air Volunteer Group of American Pilots who flew against the Japanese in China during the early stages of WW2 (WWII). A vintage round metal badge in gilt metal with an enamel Flying Tiger and V motif in blue, yellow and black enamel. About 30mm in diameter. With makers mark 'Premier- Howrah' on the reverse and a brooch pin fitting. This attractive unofficial insignia was probably privately commissioned and locally made.