A large U.S. Navy officer’s visor cap badge by Vanguard, New York. Constructed of sterling silver with gilt anchors marked “1/20 GF on Sterling,” and wings marked “Vanguard” and “Sterling.” The design features an American eagle with spread wings perched atop a shield of thirteen stars and vertical stripes, flanked by crossed fouled anchors. Hollow-back screwback construction with dual brass retaining nuts to reverse. High-quality wartime manufacture.
Dimensions: 2.40 x 2.40 in.
Provenance: The Estate of Walter Redling, Encino, Ca.
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Condition
Very Good, silver with attractive toning, gilt anchors bright, light handling wear, reverse with clear hallmarks, screwposts and nuts intact.