61ST MEDICAL BATTALION DUI DI CREST INSIGNIA

YOU WILL RECEIVE ONE LIKE THE ONE PICTURED INCLUDING THECLUTCH BACKSNEW *MINT CONDITION *CLUTCH BACKHALLMARK, D-22MADE IN THE USADistinctive Unit Insignia. Description: A silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86cm) in height, consisting of a shield blazoned: Argent, on a mound Vert between two oak trees Proper, fructed of the field, each entwined with a serpent respecting each other Proper, eyed and langued sanguine, a unicorn rampant of the last. Attached below, a triparted scroll inscribed "INEST CLEMENTIA FORTI" in black letters.Shield: Maroon and white are colors traditionally associated with the Medical Corps. The functions of the unit are represented by the unicorn whose horn, in ancient times, was regarded as a sovereign cure for many diseases and an antidote against all poisons. The oak trees are symbolic of the sturdy growth of the Battalion. The entwined serpents are representative of the serpents of the Staff of Aesculapius, the mythological Greek God of Medicine. The green grass alludes to Kentucky, where the unit was activated and thoroughbred horses are raised.Motto: "Inest Clementia Fort" is an expression of the characteristics of the personnel in the performance of their duties. Background: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved on 13 Jan 1943. It was rescinded on 22 Dec 1965. The insignia was reinstated on 2 Mar 1966. On 15 Jan 1993 the description and symbolism was amended.SHIPPING: Pleaseview theshipping calculator belowfor shipping costs to your location.Please note that items are shipped within 2 business from receipt of CLEARED PAYMENT. We do not control transit time. INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS can experience long delays, please be patient.Discounted shipping for multiple purchases is available foritems won within a 3 day period (single bulk payment). Just drop me a note when you are finished and I will prepare an invoice for you.INSURANCE: Seller is not responsible for items not insured by the buyer. If insurance is available actual cost will be charged at buyers request. There may be other postal charges in order to obtain insurance and theywill also be the responsibility of the buyer.PAYMENT INFO: PAYPAL ONLYElectronic payments are due within 3 days of product close.Check out my other items!Powered by eCRATER . List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.