Baron3-6 Posted July 26, 2019 #1 Posted July 26, 2019 So I collect 38th Div items and recently found a pin just like the one below next to the patch (the only reference I found online was that completed auction photo without info). I know it's 38th Division WWII, but when/how was it worn? Is it a sweat heart piece or something unofficial? The pin back clasp looks fairly primitive, Philippine made? Thanks!
tredhed2 Posted July 26, 2019 #2 Posted July 26, 2019 This is an unauthorized DI, not a “pin”, for the 38th ID. Yes, Philippine-made, and rare. When found, they are either painted or unpainted, like yours. A similar UA DI exists for the 86th ID, and another Div, but the ID escapes me know.
Baron3-6 Posted July 26, 2019 Author #3 Posted July 26, 2019 This is an unauthorized DI, not a “pin”, for the 38th ID. Yes, Philippine-made, and rare. When found, they are either painted or unpainted, like yours. A similar UA DI exists for the 86th ID, and another Div, but the ID escapes me know. Tred- Much appreciated - that's why I put it in the DI section, I figured if it was anything worn on a uniform, that had to be it.
firefighter Posted August 13, 2019 #4 Posted August 13, 2019 I never thought these were a DI, as worn on the collar or shoulder and worn in pairs. If I remember right, they were worn on the pocket flap, below the ribbons.
Baron3-6 Posted August 15, 2019 Author #5 Posted August 15, 2019 Any pictures of this worn? I was going to put mine on an OS cap for display purposes.
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