Rare US Army Philippine Department Shoulder Patch from Bataan NO LONGER AVAILABLE

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  • Rare US Army Philippine Department Shoulder Patch from Bataan NO LONGER AVAILABLE
  • Rare US Army Philippine Department Shoulder Patch from Bataan NO LONGER AVAILABLE
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a rare shoulder patch from Bataan for the United States Army Philippine Department worn by the 15th and 31st infantry divisions. The patch is oval and shows a sea lion bearing a sword. The patch is mounted to an index card which has the following typewritten on it: Philippine Dept. Shoulder insignia worn by 31st Inf., 15th Inf. Etc. 31st. Lost on Bataan.

VINTAGE:

Circa 1920s-1930s.

SIZE:

Patch: 2-3/8" height and 1-15/16" width (mounted on 3" x 5" index card).

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Blue and white felt patch embroidered in cotton/silk threads.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBJX02 LAAEX 5/10 SAJJX9/12

CONDITION:

7+ (Very Fine+): Patch shows light wear only (card is mildly faded and creased).

GUARANTEE:

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

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