Description
This is a theatre-made distinctive insignia for the United States Army 420th Armored Field Artillery Battalion 10th Armored Division. This insignia shows a crest with a shield and reads FIDES ET LIBERTAS (faith and liberty), the battalion"s motto.
VINTAGE:Circa World War II.
SIZE:1-3/8" height and 1-1/8" width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Gold-plated brass with red and black enamel.
ATTACHMENT:Vertical safety-style pin.
ITEM NOTES:This item has been rated a level III rarity by ASMIC (the American Society of Military Insignia Collectors). This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MAJL01 LAGEX4/10 SAEJX9/10
CONDITION:8- (Very Fine-Excellent): Insignia shows light to medium wear.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.