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This is a German-made distinctive insignia for the United States Army 305th Medical Battalion. The DI has a great design resembling a page out of an illuminated manuscript, complete with fleur-de-lis, hissing serpents and a flowering staff. The DI reads VIVAS CONSERVARE (Conserve Lives).
VINTAGE:Circa 1945-1946.
SIZE:1-3/16" height and 1-1/16" width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Plated brass with painted areas.
ATTACHMENT:Vertical safety-style pin.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAJX06 LFJX10/10 SEJX3/17
CONDITION:7+ (Very Fine+): DI has some light wear and tarnished areas.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.