1950s DI for Walter Reed Army Medical Center (D.C.)

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  • 1950s DI for Walter Reed Army Medical Center (D.C.)
  • 1950s DI for Walter Reed Army Medical Center (D.C.)
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a distinctive insignia for the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington D.C. The DI is a red enameled crest showing a caduceus at its center and reads SCIENTIA INTER ARMA SPIRITUS (In the Spirit of Science and Arms).

VINTAGE:

Circa 1950s.

SIZE:

Approximately 1-5/16" in height 7/8" in width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Plated brass with enamel.

ATTACHMENT:

Vertical pin with come-under locking swivel catch.

MARKINGS:

N.S. MEYER INC. NEW YORK and maker's mark.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAL90 LABX6/11

CONDITION:

8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The DI has some light wear and tarnish.

GUARANTEE:

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

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