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ARTIFACT:
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This is a circa 1880s-1890s United States Life Saving Service surfman's hat badge. The badge's design is two oars crossed in front of a life preserver.
VINTAGE:Circa 1880s-1890s.
SIZE:Approximately 1" square.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Gilt brass.
ATTACHMENT:Single screw post with disc backing, washer, two stabilization post (one is missing).
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Coast Guard collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBJX12 LHEX12/12 SHEX6/14
CONDITION:7 (Very Fine): The badge shows some areas of light to medium wear and tarnish.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.