Description
Sterling WWII United States Army General Staff collar insignia originally worn by Major General Leven C. Allen, the Chief of Staff for the 12th Army Group. The collar insignia features a gilt brass Great Seal of the United States - the eagle bears an enameled US shield and above it a circle of stars. The eagle is applied to a sterling silver five point star.
VINTAGE:Circa WWII
SIZE:Approximately 15/16" x 15/16"
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Sterling, gilt brass, enamel
ATTACHMENT:Two pins with clutchbacks
MARKINGS:"STERLING"
ITEM NOTES:This is from a US Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAX09 LFJX8/16 SFJX9/16
CONDITION:8+ (Excellent): The collar insignia shows minor to moderate wear, much of the gilt and enamel details remain intact, overall excellent condition.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.