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World War I Rock Island Arsenal Civilian Honor Employee Lapel Pin.This scarce, one-piece die-struck bronze variant was proudly awarded to civilian defense factory workers on the home front at the historic Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois during the peak mobilization of the Great War (circa 1917–1918).Unlike the larger suspension medals, this streamlined pinback badge was designed for everyday wear on a factory worker's collar, jacket, or cap.Design Details:
• Central Scroll: Crisply stamped with "HONOR EMPLOYEE" across the center.
• Insignia: Features the iconic U.S. Army Ordnance Department crossed cannons motif, crowned at the top with the traditional shell flame/flaming bomb emblem.
• Border: Cleanly embossed with "ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL" around the perimeter.
• Reverse: Features its original functioning pin-back mechanism.Condition:
Excellent vintage condition with a beautiful, rich, uncleaned dark bronze patina that emphasizes the excellent depth of the die-stamping. Please see the high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition.
