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ARTIFACT:
This is a World War II United States Army Air Forces Hamilton Field photo ID badge. Hamilton Field, located at Novato, California, was a main hub for West Coast air training. Originally designated as a bomber base, Hamilton became a fighter base in 1940, later becoming part of the Western Defense Command in early 1942. The badge is by Metal Arts Company of Rochester, New York.
VINTAGE:
Circa World War II.
SIZE:
Approximately 1-3/4" in diameter.
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
Plated brass, clear celluloid, photograph.
ATTACHMENT:
Horizontal pin with drop-in locking swivel catch, clip.
MARKINGS:
METAL ARTS CO., ROCH. N.Y.
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a United States Army Air Forces ID badge collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAJX13 LFEX9/13 SFEX10/31/19
CONDITION:
8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The badge has some light to medium wear and tarnish.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.
