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This is a classic patriotic homefront World War II Elco (Electric Boat Company) yard-made submarine badge. Begun in 1892, Elco manufactured several types of boats, including yachts, power boats and boats for the United States Coast Guard and Navy. The sub is a streamlined design with a few simple details such as portholes.
VINTAGE:Circa World War II.
SIZE:Approximately 5/8" in height and 3-1/16" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Plated brass.
ATTACHMENT:Horizontal pin on bar with C catch.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Navy collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay CON-JST-13 LHEX4/13 SLHJX7/15 SeAJEX7/15
CONDITION:7+ (Very Fine+): The badge has some light wear and tarnish.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.