43rd Division Aviation 118th Observation Squadron (aka Flying Yankees) DI by Whitehead & Hoag

ARTIFACT: This is a United States Air Force 43rd Division Aviation (in the 1930s) and 118th Observation Squadron (in the 1940s) distinctive insignia (DI) pin. The pin is round with a yellow background and black border and shows the Connecticut Colonial secretary hurrying on foot carrying the colonial charter.

VINTAGE: Circa WWII.

SIZE: 1" diameter.

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Gold-plated brass with enamel.

ATTACHMENT: Pin with single screw disc backing.

MARKINGS: W&H CO.

ITEM NOTES: This is from a United States Army Air Force collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBEX08

CONDITION: 7 (Very Fine): Pin has some slight wear and has a moderate tarnish on reverse.

GUARANTEE: As with all my items, this piece is guaranteed original.