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ARTIFACT:
1920's ??? 1930's United States Customs Inspector hat badge. The black and white enameled badge depicts the US Seal, spread-winged eagle in the center with an enameled shield on its chest, above it reads: "U. S. CUSTOMS" and below, "INSPECTOR".
VINTAGE:
Circa 1920's -1930's
SIZE:
Approximately 2 " x 1 7/8"
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
Enameled brass
ATTACHMENT:
Single screw post with disc backing and two stabilizer pins.
MARKINGS:
None.
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a US Customs collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VEJM15 LBIEX4/15 SVBIEX08/26/19
CONDITION:
6+ (Fine - Very Fine): Badge shows moderate to heavy wear, minor damage and old repairs to enamel, much of the enamel remains intact.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.
