Rare 1886 US Navy Chief Petty Officer Cap Insignia

This is a rare 1886 United States Navy Chief Petty Officer cap insignia, which shows an eagle perched upon a sideways anchor.

Circa 1886.

1-1/4" diameter.

Gold-plated brass.

Fold-over wire attachment (one is missing).

U.S. NAVAL CLOTHING FACTORY.

This is from a United States Navy collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MEX96 LAAEX5/10 SAAEX2/11

8- (Very Fine-Excellent): Insignia shows light wear only except for one missing attachment.

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