1945 US Army 43rd Infantry Division Bullion Shoulder Patch Made in Japan

This is a World War II occupation period bullion shoulder patch made in Japan for the United States Army 43rd Infantry Division, a New England unit. The patch shows a grape leaf at center, which is a nod to the theory that the Vinland of Norse sagas and New England are one and the same place.

Circa 1945 (beginning of World War II occupation period).

Approximately 2-5/16" in height and 2-1/4" in width.

Felt embroidered in silk and bullion threads with paper backing.

This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBEX11 LADEX3/11 SADEX1/13

8+ (Excellent): The patch is in gorgeous shape with the lightest of tarnish to the bullion.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.