The badge features the iconic Great Seal of the United States, displaying the American eagle with shield, olive branch, and arrows in relief. This design served as the standard cap insignia for enlisted personnel and became one of the most recognisable symbols of the United States Army during the war years.
Cap badges of this type were worn on service caps and other authorised military headwear by enlisted soldiers, serving as a visible indication of military service and national affiliation. The badge’s straightforward yet distinctive design reflected the standardisation of American military insignia during a period of unprecedented expansion of the armed forces.
The Second World War saw millions of American servicemen wear this pattern of insignia across multiple theatres of operation, including Europe, North Africa, the Pacific, and the China-Burma-India theatre. Original wartime examples remain highly collectable for their direct association with one of the most significant periods in modern military history.
Manufactured in brass with original bolt attachment fittings to the reverse, this example represents a classic piece of American military headdress insignia from the Second World War era.
Dimensions
Approx. 37mm in diameter
Condition
Good overall original condition, with clear detailing and a well-preserved surface finish. Light wear, minor marks, and age-related patina consistent with wartime service and storage. Reverse fittings remain intact and secure. No significant damage or repairs evident.
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