WEST GERMANY Bundeswehr - Army Parachutist wings, Senior, 1966-1983, subdued

Embroidered on olive green cloth for combat uniform. Used only from 1966 - 1983 when the German airborne adopted smaller metal parachutist badges in 3 classes that were awarded to everyone qualified.
Bronze Class (bronze wreath) was awarded for completing the Airborne School including completing 5 parachute jumps.
Silver Class (silver wreath) was awarded for completing at least 20 parachute jumps.
Gold Class (gold wreath) was awarded for completing at least 50 parachute jumps.