WWI US Shipyard Volunteer Lapel Badge in Excellent Condition by Whitehead & Hoag
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Description
ARTIFACT:
This is a World War I shipyard volunteer lapel badge, which is oval and shows a steam ship in relief at its center. It was made by Whitehead & Hoag of Newark, New Jersey.
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VINTAGE: Circa World War I.
SIZE: Approximately 13/16 in height and 1-1/4 in width.
CONSTRUCTION/MATERIALS: Copper.
ATTACHMENT: Lapel stud.
MARKINGS: WHITEHEAD & HOAG CO. NEWARK, N.J. and union stamp.
ITEM NOTES: This is from a WWI Home Front collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VEX17 LEEX7/17
CONDITION: 9- (Excellent +): The stud has areas of light to moderate wear and a handsome overall patina.
GUARANTEE: As with all my items, this piece is guaranteed original.