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WWII US MARINE CORPS PISTOL PROFICIENCY BADGE -
Marine Corps marksmanship qualification badges are suspended beneath a bar reading the type of weapon and qualification received. The badge is also different in appearance, depending on which weapon qualification has been obtained. For a marksmanship qualification badge to be obtained, a service member must obtain a passing score and will receive a qualification level depending on the score obtained. Once a qualification has been obtained, and the marksmanship badge issued, the badge may be worn for the remainder of a military career, or until a different level of qualification (higher or lower) is achieved.

This example is of three piece construction. The "US Marines" bar is found at the top. The SS - Pistol" bar is found just below. The last section is a wreath with the EGA on top and a target in the center. Pin-back construction. All the bars are secured via the use of suspension rings.





This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII US medals and awards. Multiple detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined points that should be noted.

One of the most commonly asked questions is "How much is my WWII medal or insignia worth?". A price guide is included here to address this question. The value of the medals is reviewed over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of US militaria in the collector's market is illustrated.

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This US medal or insignia is currently being reproduced. It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing of this medal/insignia. Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity of the collectible.



If you have an interest is seeing other WWII medals or insignia, you can do so by going to our WWII US medals and insignia identification guide. Where we cover Army, Navy, Army Air Force and other organizations.





PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION

The value for WWII US medals and other military antiques and collectibles is provided as a means to educate the collector community and individuals who have a general interest on the field. The following is an estimated value. Prices may vary in every state and every country. This service is provided courtesy of MilitaryItems.com. The source for military antiques and collectibles in the web.

Year 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Value $45.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Availability Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium
Invest Grade B B B B B B B


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