BEING RESEARCHED - Unidentified WWII US Merchant Marine Related Officer Hat Badge "ASR" in Sterling

ARTIFACT: This is an unidentified World War II US Merchant Marine related officer hat badge made in sterling and marked "ASR".

VINTAGE: Circa WWII

SIZE: About 2-1/2" x 2-1/2"

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Sterling Silver

ATTACHMENT: Two screwback pins

MARKINGS: "A.S.R. STERLING"

ITEM NOTES: This is from an Unidentified collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MCJX16 SAEJX08/06/19

CONDITION: 6+ (Fine-Very Fine): Moderate wear and tarnish