Description
Unusual WWI United States Army Medical Officer watch fob for baggage tag. The watch fob features a blackened bronze caduceus insignia atop the center of leather decorated to resemble a US Shield. The top of the fob features a knob and leather tab for attachment.
VINTAGE:Circa WWI
SIZE:Approximately 6" x 1-5/16"
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Multi-piece leather, blackened bronze, silvered bronze
ATTACHMENT:Leather loop, bronze knob - Insignia: Vertical pin with 'C' type catch.
MARKINGS:"SILVER APPLIED 925/1000"
ITEM NOTES:This is from a US Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay VAX15 LEEX12/15
CONDITION:7 (Very Fine): The fob shows moderate wear, few areas of verdigris on reverse, leather is supple, overall very fine condition.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.