Original U.S.M.C WWII Faciat Georgius Medal with Safety Pin & 1st Marine Division Patch - USMC Caps & Hats they felt that this good

they felt that this good luck item would simply allow them to be in the position to inflict the greatest damage upon the enemy before offering their life up in battle

This process was a lot faster and easier than muzzle loading and capping as were the standard Army Percussion revolvers of the day

The leather carry strap is in one piece with little finish present and rather delicate in spits

Bore is mostly bright

The front of the helmet has a black oak leaf badge attached to the front

Original U.S.M.C WWII Faciat Georgius Medal with Safety Pin & 1st Marine Division Patch - USMC Caps & Hats they felt that this goodOriginal Item: These medals have been faked for decades, but weve had this one inspected by two knowledgeable collectors, both of whom consider this to be original. There is some wear most notably on the sleeve of the hand dropping the "hot potato" which has rubbed away some of the star. To learn more please follow this link to an excellent discussion at the U. S. Militaria Forum about this medal Faciat Georgius Medal. The Faciat Georgius was an