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ARTIFACT:
This is a very early Sons of Veterans of the United States of America lapel pin in gilt-decorated porcelain on a gold-filled frame. The SV was formed in 1881 by the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) in order for the sons of veterans to be able to carry on their legacy, and the name was later amended to include "Union".
VINTAGE:
Circa 1880s.
SIZE:
Approximately 9/16" in diameter.
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
Gilt decorated porcelain, gold-filled frame, nickel backing base.
ATTACHMENT:
Vertical T-style pin with C catch.
MARKINGS:
None.
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a Union Civil War veteran group collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay MET13 LHEX10/13 SeAAJX5/15
CONDITION:
8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The pin has light wear only.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.