WWI US Shipyard Volunteer Lapel Badge in Excellent Condition by Whitehead & Hoag

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.

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.