1970s Paratrooper Beret

Early 1970s Chilean Army Airborne Beret – Corporal Insignia & Hook-Backed Jump Wings

A highly desirable piece of Chilean airborne militaria, this original black beret dates from the early 1970s and was worn by a Chilean Army paratrooper corporal.

This early variant is especially appealing to collectors because of its distinctive insignia configuration. The beret features early-style Chilean paratrooper jump wings secured with a hook rather than the later pin attachment, along with an original metal corporal rank insignia.

These period details make the beret an attractive example for collectors of Chilean military history, Latin American militaria, airborne forces, paratrooper insignia, and Cold War collectibles.

Collector Highlights

* Original black airborne beret
* Early 1970s period example
* Worn by a Corporal (Cabo)
* Early-style jump wings with hook attachment
* Original metal corporal rank badge
* Distinctive early insignia configuration
* Ideal for display or specialized militaria collections

The combination of early jump wings and metal rank insignia gives this beret a distinctive period-correct appearance that differs from later examples. It would make a strong addition to a collection focused on Chilean paratroopers, airborne units, special forces, Cold War military history, or South American uniforms and insignia.