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This is a scarce sterling silver distinctive insignia by Blackinton for the United States Army 65th Medical Regiment. This insignia shows a hand pulling a spear from a man's thigh and reads DA DEXTRAM MISERO (Give Aid to the Unfortunate). The red enamel background has a wonderful swirl pattern in it.
VINTAGE:Circa World War II.
SIZE:1-1/8" height and 1" width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Sterling silver with red enamel.
ATTACHMENT:Vertical pin with drop-in locking swivel catch.
MARKINGS:STERLING V.H. BLACKINTON CO.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. RAJL94LFJX5/10 S(1of2)FJX8/11 SEEX3/13
CONDITION:8+ (Excellent): Insignia shows light wear and has beautiful coloring.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.