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Petty, Sweetheart, USMC EGA, Cuba, Major, Medical - 1. US Navy Petty Officer 1st Class (E-6) Rank Insignia Pin. Good condition. The eagle on top is colloquially referred to as a ”crow” in Navy culture. The eagle's head is turned to its right. In pairs worn on a uniform collar the eagle's beak always point toward the front of the wearer's collar making this pin designed for the left side of the uniform. Typically worn on the collar of Navy utility and dress shirts. Marking on the back is KREW for the manufacturer Krew, Inc. Krew was established in 1950 and supplied military devices from the 1950s through the late 1970s. This pin is likely from the 1950s to mid 1960s. 1.75” long, 1.25” wide. 2. Military Sweetheart Pin designed during WWII. Good condition. Produced for and purchased by service members to give to wives, mothers, or girlfriends back home as a keepsake while the service member while they were deployed overseas. There is a maker's mark on the back, a Coat of Arms, for N.S. Meyer, Inc. in New York City. 1.5” long, 1.25” wide. 3. US Marine Corps (USMC) Eagle, Globe, and Anchor (EGA) Collar Insignia Pin. Good condition. This is the official emblem of the USMC. Eagle - represents the US and proudly guards the globe with a scroll in its beak. Globe - Signifies the USMC's worldwide readiness and global presence. Anchor Highlights the maritime traditions, naval heritage, and close partnership with the US Navy. 1.25” long,, 0.75” wide. 4. Delegate Ribbon Topper Badge. Good condition. The animal is badger likely for Wisconsin known as the Badger State. The top bar has DELEGATE on it. 1.5” long, 1” wide. 5. US Army Cuban Pacification Medal Ribbon Bar. Good condition. Conflict / Service Era: Cuban Pacification Campaign (1906-1909). Awarded to US Army personnel who served in Cuba between 06Oct1906-01April1909 during the US military expedition to restore stability and support the Cuban government. 1.5” long, 0.5” wide. 6. 1 pair (2) US Military Major ()-4) Rank Insignia Pins. Good condition. Feature the gold oak leaf design. These pins represent the officer rank of Major (O-4) in the US Army, Air Force, and Marine Corps. These appear to be WWII era. 1” long, 1” wide. 7. US Army Combat Medical Badge (CMB). Good condition. Represents the 1st Award of the CMB, created during WWII 1945 to recognize Army medical personnel who provided lifesaving magical support while directly under fire alongside infantry or Special Forces units. The Caduceus (Staff and Serpents) = represents the Medical Corps and the healing arts. The Greek Cross = universal symbol of medical aid and assistance. Wings = Symbolize the speed, protection, and readiness of the medical personnel. Oak Leaf = Represents strength, loyalty, and honor won through combat service. Based on he maker's mark badge produced by E.H. Simon in New York. The back is also stamped Sterling. Simon produced badges during the Vietnam War era mid-late 1960s. 1.75” long, 1” wide. 8. US Army Medical Corps Officer's Branch Insignia Pin. Good condition. Features a winged caduceus. The symbol of Hermes,it was adopted by the UD Army Medical Department in 1902 and remains a visual identifier for military medical officers. Worn as lapel pins during WWI and WWII. 1.25” long, 1” wide. Please see photos. Disclaimer: Due to the high quality of fakes, this item is sold as-is without warranty of authenticity.