Description
This is a 1960s distinctive insignia for the United States 10th Engineer Combat Battalion by Emblemcraft. The DI is a crest with many symbols: two crescents representing General Scott's coat of arms, a gear wreathed by oak leaves, two crossed oars and an anchor (the insignia of the Engineers of the Army of the Potomac), and a 7 pointed Australian cap badge. The DI reads LABORAMUS SUSTINERE (we work to assist).
VINTAGE:Circa 1960s.
SIZE:Approximately 1-1/4" in height and 7/8" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Plated brass with enamel.
ATTACHMENT:Two posts.
MARKINGS:EMBLEMCRAFT LTD. E-25.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAL90 LABX10/11
CONDITION:8 (Excellent-): The DI shows very light wear only.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.