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This is a 1940s distinctive insignia for the United States Army 2nd Coast Artillery Regiment. The DI is a golden bird perched upon a blue X and reads FIDUS ULTRA FIDEM (Faithful beyond the end).
VINTAGE:Circa 1940s.
SIZE:Approximately 1-1/16" in diameter.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Gold-plated brass with enamel.
ATTACHMENT:Horizontal pin with come-under locking swivel catch.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months VAL90 LBDX12/11
CONDITION:8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The DI shows only light wear and tarnish with some very minor oxidation.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.