Description
This is a World War II distinctive insignia for the United States 97th Field Artillery Battalion. The DI is a gold and red crest with its two halves separated by a jagged line. There is a cannon in the lower half and a scroll at the bottom that reads ME SEMPER ARCESSUNT (they always send me).
VINTAGE:Circa World War II.
SIZE:Approximately 15/16" in height 1-1/16" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Plated brass with enamel.
ATTACHMENT:Vertical pin with come-under locking swivel catch.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:The DI you receive will either be this one or one in very similar condition.
This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months VB/EJ95 LBDX10/11
8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The DI shows some very small spots of light wear.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.