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ARTIFACT:
This is a 1930s badge for the French coastal submarine second-class "Pallas" Q-189 by Arthus Bertrand (voici un insigne pour le sous-marin côtier 2eme classe "Pallas" Q-189 faite par Arthus Bertrand). Pallas was launched in 1936 and scuttled in 1942. The badge has some green enameled details, and shows the goddess Athena about to strike a blow with her sword. It reads LA MER EST MON ÉGIDE (the sea is my aegis/protective shield).
VINTAGE:
Circa 1930s.
SIZE:
Approximately 1-1/4" in height and 3/4" in width.
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
Plated brass, enamel.
ATTACHMENT:
Vertical safety-style pin with saddle.
MARKINGS:
ARTHUS BERTRAND PARIS DEPOSE; small mark on saddle.
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a French militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay VAJX99 LAIEX1/12
CONDITION:
7 (Very Fine): The badge has areas of light to moderate wear and tarnish and a couple of very small nicks to the enamel.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.
