50TH SIGNAL BATTALION DUI DI CREST INSIGNIA

YOU WILL RECEIVE ONE LIKE THE ONE PICTURED INCLUDING THECLUTCH BACKSNEW *MINT CONDITION *CLUTCH BACKDENMARK HALLMARK, D-22MADE IN THE USADistinctive Unit Insignia. Description: A silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18cm) in height overall consisting of a shield and motto blazoned: Tenné, on a bend double cottised potente counter-potente Argent, a key Sable. Attached below the shield, a black scroll turned up the sides and inscribed "KEY TO COMMAND" in silver letters. Symbolism: Orange and white are the colors traditionally associated with the Signal Corps. The white design is taken from the arms of Champagne where during World War I the Battalion saw action and was awarded battle honors. The key from the coat of arms of the city of Lisieux is symbolic of Normandy, the key to the fortress of Europe, and represents battle honors earned during World War II. Background: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 50th Signal Battalion, Corps on 4 May 1954. It was redesignated for the 50th Signal Battalion on 26 Feb 1959. On 25 Apr 1989 the insignia was amended to revise the description and symbolism. 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.