Late 1930s-WWII Badge for French 618e Régiment de Pionniers (618th Pioneer Regiment)
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Late 1930s-WWII Badge for French 618e Régiment de Pionniers (618th Pioneer Regiment)

Code: omfr20618p
$90.00


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ARTIFACT: This is a circa late 1930s or World War II badge for the 618th Pioneer Regiment. The 618th was formed on September 8, 1939 as part of the 18th Army Corps. The badge is by Drago and is nicely enameled in cobalt blue. It shows a lone soldier marching barefoot with both a rifle and a shovel.

VINTAGE: Circa late 1930s – World War II.

SIZE: Approximately 1-1/2" in height and 7/8" in width.

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Gilt brass, enamel.

ATTACHMENT: Vertical safety-style pin with saddle.

MARKINGS: DRAGO PARIS 25 R. BERANGER DEPOSE on reverse of badge; DRAGO PRIS on saddle.

ITEM NOTES: This is from a French militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay MDJX12 LIJX10/12

CONDITION: 8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The badge shows some light wear and tarnish only; all enamel is intact.

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