Pin, Lapel
Object number2016.120.129 a-d
Manufacturer
B.A. Ballou Company
Date1974-2012
MediumMetal; Brass; Plastic
Credit LineGift of Elaine Berkowitz
DescriptionSubdued Specialist E-5 rank insignia lapel pin. Insignia is a dark bronze-colored shield with one arched bar at top and raised eagle emblem at center. Insignia has two posts on reverse. Insignia is mounted on a shield-shaped white plastic backer and has two brass clutch back fasteners.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth (a-d): 1.563 × 1.125 × 0.438 in. (4 × 2.9 × 1.1 cm)Height x Width x Depth (a): 1.063 × 0.813 × 0.375 in. (2.7 × 2.1 × 1 cm)
Height x Width x Depth (b): 1.563 × 1.125 × 0.125 in. (4 × 2.9 × 0.3 cm)
Diameter x Depth (c): 0.5 × 0.25 in. (1.3 × 0.6 cm)
Diameter x Depth (d): 0.5 × 0.25 in. (1.3 × 0.6 cm)
Marks(a)
Reverse of insignia has raised text at center "GI".
(c-d)
Face has engraved text "BALLOU / REG'D".
Historical NotesPart of a collection related to the military career of Elaine Berkowitz, LTC, DC, USAR.
Previous owner
Lieutenant Colonel Elaine H. Berkowitz
Related institution
United States Army
Related institution
United States Army Reserve
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