Early WWII USAAF 94th Fighter Squadron DI as Presented by WWI Ace Eddie Rickenbacker

ARTIFACT:

This is an early World War II United States Army Air Forces 94th Fighter Squadron DI (Distinctive Insignia) (actually more of a Squadron Badge) as worn by the pilots of the unit presented by World War I ACE fighter Eddie Rickenbacker. The pin has an oval frame and at center is an Uncle Sam-type top hat.: Massaro's USAAF DI Book mentions this badge as existing with a drop in catch.

VINTAGE:

Circa early World War II.

SIZE:

Approximately: 1/2" in height x 1-1/16" in width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Sterling silver.

ATTACHMENT:

Horizontal pin with drop-in locking catch.

MARKINGS:

STERLING.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a United States Army Air Forces collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. P05/26 VAEJK26 LAFGEX05/25/26

CONDITION:

8 (Excellent-): The pin shows moderate wear, and overall, it is in excellent condition.

GUARANTEE:

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