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.
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detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined
points that should be noted.
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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.
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