German-Made Occupation Period DI for US Army 497th Military Police Battalion Railway Security

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  • German-Made Occupation Period DI for US Army 497th Military Police Battalion Railway Security
  • German-Made Occupation Period DI for US Army 497th Military Police Battalion Railway Security
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a German-made distinctive insignia for the United States Army 497th Military Police Battalion Railway Security. The DI is a boldly colored crest showing the flags of both France and Germany and the rooster and the lion, respectively. An eagle protecting a train soars at center.

VINTAGE:

Circa Occupation period.

SIZE:

1-3/8" height and 1-1/16" width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Gold-plated brass with enameled areas.

ATTACHMENT:

Single screw post with disc backing.

MARKINGS:

LAUER NURNBERG.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MAEX01 LFJX10/10 SFJX8/18

CONDITION:

8+ (Excellent): DI has virtually no wear.

GUARANTEE:

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

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