Uncommon Early WWII Die Type I "Rhode Island Red" DI for USAAF 152nd Observation Squadron

This is an uncommon early World War II "Die Type I" distinctive insignia for the United States Army Air Forces 152nd Observation Squadron. Originally formed in 1939 as part of the Rhode Island National Guard, the group had a Rhode Island Red rooster mascot for a short time, eventually switching over to a cat.

Circa early World War II.

Approximately 1" in diameter.

Plated brass, enamel.

Vertical pin with come-under swivel locking catch.

None.

This is from a United States Army Air Forces collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VEXL10 LHEX9/11 SGEX3/14

8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The DI has some very light abrasions and tarnish and all enamel is intact.

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