A United States Civil War Era New York State 2Nd Excelsior Brigade Shako Cap Badge Archive On October 25

On October 25

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A Second War American Army Air Force Navigator Badge by NS Meyer - Sterling silver

A Rare & Mint German Cross in Silver by Zimmermann - Marked 20 underneath pin (zimmermann)

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A United States Civil War Era New York State 2Nd Excelsior Brigade Shako Cap Badge Archive On October 25This shako badge is crafted out of thin stamped brass and was used to adorn the Shako caps worn by the brigades infantry regiments. The Excelsior badges depict an American Bald Eagle clutching the Excelsior banner with 2 in the center, with both attachment loops still intact on the reverse. It measures 94 mm x 80 mm, and is in mint condition, showing only some light contact marks and mild patina. Footnote: The Excelsior Brigade was established by