Scarce Numbered Korean War French United Nations Battalion (ONU Bataillon Francais) Badge
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Scarce Numbered Korean War French United Nations Battalion (ONU Bataillon Francais) Badge

Code: omfr40003


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ARTIFACT: This is a scarce numbered badge for the French United Nations Battalion (insigne numéroté pour l'ONU/Organisation des Nations Unies Bataillon Francais). Active from 1950-1953, the ONU consisted of French volunteers from among both the active ranks and reservists who fought in Korea. This badge is enameled in the French colors at is center and shows an armored arm wielding a sword as its border. It is by Arthus Bertrand.

VINTAGE: Circa Korean War.

SIZE: Approximately 2-1/8" in height and 1-3/8" in width.

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Gilt brass, enamel.

ATTACHMENT: Vertical safety-style pin, saddle.

MARKINGS: 3516; H.793 ARTHUS BERTRAND PARIS R. LOUIS.

ITEM NOTES: This is from a French militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay VBJX12 LGEX12/12 SGEX7/15

CONDITION: 8 (Excellent-): The badge shows only some light wear.

GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.