Rare 1880s-1890s US Life Saving Service Surfman's Hat Badge

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  • Rare 1880s-1890s US Life Saving Service Surfman's Hat Badge
  • Rare 1880s-1890s US Life Saving Service Surfman's Hat Badge
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Description

ARTIFACT:

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.

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