Description
This is a sterling silver distinctive insignia for the United States Army 6th Coast Artillery Regiment (Harbor Defenses) stationed in San Francisco during World War II. This insignia shows a prowling black bear and reads CERTO DIRIGO ICTU (I Am With a Sure Blow).
VINTAGE:Circa World War II.
SIZE:About 1-1/4" in height and 1-3/16" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Gold-plated sterling silver with black and orange enamel.
ATTACHMENT:Vertical pin with come-under swivel catch.
MARKINGS:STERLING.
ITEM NOTES:The insignia you receive will either be the one pictured or one in similar condition. This is from a United States Army distinctive insignia collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay MBEX05 LFJX5/10
CONDITION:8 (Excellent-): The insignia shows light tarnish and has beautiful coloring.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.