FSSF sweetheart pin
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Here is a nice FSSF sweetheart or association pin, no markings on the reverse. Looks to be period correct, 3/4" tall.
Mike |
Pretty sure that is an association / veteran's pin.
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One on eBay for £460.00 ::eek:
"Original WWII US Army First Special Service Force DI / DUI / Distinctive Unit Insignia / Crest. The DI is in excellent condition. Die struck with no hallmark, the pinback attachment has a fully working roller catch lock. The DI measures 26mm by 14mm." https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Original-...4AAOSwFuJd0~TM Then there is the repro version for US$17.00 (£13.02). :D "REPRODUCTION WW 2 US Army First Special Service Force (FSSF), Di Distinctive Insignia. Gold colored stamped metal with red enameling, pin back. Size is 5/8 x 1 3/8 inches." https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/0253s-WW2...AAAOSw241Yf96X |
His valuation in my opinion is out to lunch.
Mike |
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If a pin has a screw-back (some marked BIRKS) and visible horizontal lines in the red enamel, then it is wartime.
Here is the private purchase wartime pin acquired by Sgt. Charles Mann, 4-3. Marked BIRKS STERLING. The pin on ebay is junk; just a common association pin. Mike's example looks promising but I can't tell in there are lines in the enamel. |
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To add to the conversation, here's a FSSF pin I have in my collection -- well made, 35mm by 15mm. I was unaware that the FSSF even had a DUI, so I assume this was an older association pin.
Regards, Donovan |
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