Great, Early WWII 1st Marine Division Shoulder Patch Made in Australia

This is a circa early World War II shoulder patch for the United States Marine Corps 1st Marine Division. The patch is Australian-made done in a Bevo weave on cotton/silk. The patch is diamond-shaped and features five stars surrounding a red number 1 that reads: "GUADALCANAL" in white detail.

Circa early WWII

Approximately 3-1/2" x 2-7/8"

Embroidered cotton/silk, silk thread, cotton backing

None.

This is from a USAAF collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VEJX12 LADEX6/16

8+ (Excellent): The patch shows light to moderate wear and soiling, was removed from uniform, overall excellent condition.

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