WWII Todd Shipyards Corporation (Los Angeles, CA) Worker Badge

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  • WWII Todd Shipyards Corporation (Los Angeles, CA) Worker Badge
  • WWII Todd Shipyards Corporation (Los Angeles, CA) Worker Badge
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a World War II worker badge for the Todd Shipyards Corporation Los Angeles (San Pedro), California yard. Christened Los Angeles Shipbuilding in 1917, the yard continued to operate after World War I until the United States Navy acquired it in 194Todd Corporation of Brooklyn, New York, took over the yard's management in 194There is a paper insert within the badge reading 16 5501.

VINTAGE:

Circa World War II.

SIZE:

Approximately 2-3/16" in height and 1-5/8" in width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Nickel-plated brass, paper, celluloid.

ATTACHMENT:

Two-piece badge, vertical safety-style pin, oval saddle.

MARKINGS:

None.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a motorcycle collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAIX12 LFJX9/12 SFJX8/15

CONDITION:

7+ (Very Fine+): The badge shows some light wear.

GUARANTEE:

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.

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