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This is a circa Spanish-American War badge for the United States Army 4th Corps, 1st Division. The badge is red, and its design is known as a caltrop, or a four-pointed star with diamond-like shapes at the end of each arm.
VINTAGE:Circa Spanish-American War (1898).
SIZE:Approximately 1-1/2 square.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Plated brass, enamel.
ATTACHMENT:Horizontal pin with C catch.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay VEJX12 LAFEX12/12
CONDITION:6+ (Fine-Very Fine): The DI has a small area of discoloration to the enamel and some surface crazing; moderate tarnish on reverse.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.