WWII USMS US Maritime Service Lieutenant Shoulder Boards Vanguard Matched Pair For Sale

Up for sale or purchase is an authentic, matching pair of World War II-era United States Maritime Service (USMS) Lieutenant hard shoulder boards.These historically significant shoulder marks are an excellent addition to any WWII maritime or US Navy/Merchant Marine insignia collection.FEATURES & DETAILS:- Service/Branch: USMS Line Officer. Features the distinct USMS gold buttons at the top (arched "USMS" over a shield and anchor) and the USMS Line Officer gold embroidered insignia (fouled anchor enclosed in a laurel wreath).- Rank: Lieutenant (Two 1/2-inch gold lace stripes indicating O-3 rank).- Manufacturer Markings: The reverse side features the highly desirable, vivid teal triangle stamp for "Vanguard Military Equipment Co., N.Y.", confirming their authentic WWII production timeline.- Dimensions: Approximately 5.25 inches long by 2.25 inches wide.CONDITION REPORT:Excellent vintage, field-used condition. The front black wool faces are exceptionally clean with no moth nips, holes, or thread fraying. The gold wire embroidery displays an attractive, authentic aged patina without severe darkening. The reverse leather/fabric linings are completely intact with standard wear from age. Note that there is a heavy, natural buildup of green verdigris (copper oxidation) around the metal snap button on the underside, which is common for authentic 80-year-old brass fittings and has been left untouched to preserve originality.Please review all listing photographs for precise measurements and detailed condition close-ups.b49