Original Vietnam War Era Two Inch Army Staff Identification Badge N.S. Meyer

Description: Available is a vintage Army Staff Identification Badge that, based on the hallmark, dates from the 1970's. The badge measures approximately two inches in diameter. It is made up of the Arms of the United States superimposed on a five-pointed black enameled star; in each reentrant angle of the star are three green enameled laurel leaves. Everything is attached together with two rivets. It is hallmarked (stamped) on the reverse, "N.S. MEYER, INC./NEW YORK/Meyer Shield and Meyer Shield with "22 M"/MADE IN USA". Three pins with clutch backs are present for attaching the badge to a uniform. This is a nice, heavily made original piece and not a Chinese fake or modern reproduction. The badge was awarded to U.S. Army personnel who have served one year as members of the Army General Staff. Authorized for both officers and enlisted personnel, the staff identification badge is considered a permanent decoration for wear subsequent to service with the General Staff. First proposed in 1931 by General Douglas MacArthur, the decoration became authorized by the United States War Department in 1933. The appearance of the badge has remained unchanged since it was first created, however, the name of the decoration was changed in 1982 from the "Army General Staff Identification Badge" to the "Army Staff Identification Badge." The Army Staff Identification Badge is worn centered on the right breast pocket. The Army Staff Identification Badge can be awarded in lapel pin form to civilians who serve with the Army General Staff. The badge is in excellent condition showing minimal age. Please be sure to check out the large photos I have posted and judge condition for yourself. Buyer agrees to pay $5.95 USPS shipping. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.

Price: 35 USD

Location: Pine Bluffs, Wyoming

End Time: 2024-11-14T01:30:38.000Z

Shipping Cost: 5.95 USD