What does this Symbolize ? GOT IT

[jeff of pa]

if Anything ?


Mid 50’s to Mid 60’s :
“N.S. MEYER, INC NEW YORK” + Shield + 9M (raised).



also other then the pin is anything else missing from it ?

 

[lostcauses]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

military most likely, most of the enamel is also missing. Some one should be along to id it for you I hope.

 

[jeff of pa]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

intresting but off subject i just found

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
v.


N.S. MEYER, INC.,

Defendant.


http://www.usdoj.gov/atr/cases/f1200/1255.htm

 

[nhbenz]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

Nearly certainly a military distinctive insignia, but there are so many that it could take a while to nail down. The banner beneath likely has some sort of motto that would narrow it down quickly. Somewhat commonly they borrow from Latin sayings, so Google will probably help us if you could get a reading. I don't think you're going to hurt the value any no matter how you clean it, short of taking it to the bench grinder.

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

Here is a link that will help date your N.S. Meyer Pin. But I guess you already knew this. http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=16492

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

Nearly certainly a military distinctive insignia, but there are so many that it could take a while to nail down. The banner beneath likely has some sort of motto that would narrow it down quickly. Somewhat commonly they borrow from Latin sayings, so Google will probably help us if you could get a reading. I don't think you're going to hurt the value any no matter how you clean it, short of taking it to the bench grinder.

I know this Meyers enameled pin is not the same but similar. It may say "ABOVE THE BEST."

http://cgi.ebay.com.my/BRASS-ENAMEL...D-PINBACK_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQitemZ200323622633

 

[La Beep]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

Korean War?

 

[oldfireguy]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

I'd bet $50 of your money that is a pin back DUI from WW2. It just happens to be missing the pin. Meyer was a common maker of all sorts of military pins.

 

[Woodland Detectors]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

Very nice find. Where did you find it?

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

I'd bet $50 of your money that is a pin back DUI from WW2. It just happens to be missing the pin. Meyer was a common maker of all sorts of military pins.

It sure looks like a DUI pin but I think its post WWII. http://www.custermen.com/Reference/Uniforms/DUI_Pins.htm

 

[trikikiwi]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

Nearly certainly a military distinctive insignia, but there are so many that it could take a while to nail down. The banner beneath likely has some sort of motto that would narrow it down quickly. Somewhat commonly they borrow from Latin sayings, so Google will probably help us if you could get a reading. I don't think you're going to hurt the value any no matter how you clean it, short of taking it to the bench grinder.

I know this Meyers enameled pin is not the same but similar. It may say "ABOVE THE BEST."

http://cgi.ebay.com.my/BRASS-ENAMEL...D-PINBACK_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQitemZ200323622633

BigCy, I see a winged cartridge, not eagle

I agree that we will need the motto to pin this down. The only remotely similar one I have found is also of unknown origin.


http://en.allexperts.com/q/Military-History-669/2008/11/Red-Missile-Insignia-Pin.htm

Mike

 

[oldfireguy]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

It could be post war that's why I would be using his money! The problem with DUI's is that so many unauthorized ones were used. The book on authorized ones is long out of print and costs a couple of hundred dollars now. I'm just surprised of the amount people dig up and post here.

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

BigCy, I see a winged cartridge, not eagle

Mike

You are correct. It sure is! I couldnt see through the corrosion. This is a good clue.

 

[oldfireguy]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

If you have a lot of time on your hands maybe scan this and hit all the units.

http://www.tioh.hqda.pentagon.mil/DUI_SSI_COA_page.htm

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

I guess it cant be the RAF winged bullet if its made in NY.

good link fireguy.

 

[trikikiwi]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

Very close, Air Defence Artillery School. I wonder if they are related


http://www.tioh.hqda.pentagon.mil/Schools/Air Defense Artillery School.htm

Mike

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

Very close, Air Defence Artillery School. I wonder if they are related


Mike

It does seem close to Air Defense insignias. http://cgi.ebay.com.sg/WWII-202nd-A...4514104QQihZ015QQcategoryZ36059QQcmdZViewItem

 

[jeff of pa]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

I'd bet $50 of your money that is a pin back DUI from WW2. It just happens to be missing the pin. Meyer was a common maker of all sorts of military pins.

Part of the pin was on it when I Dug it.

A simple Touch caused it to fall off

"DUI" ? as it refers to the Service ?

I Don't know what that is.

 

[jeff of pa]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

Very nice find. Where did you find it?

Fairgrounds

 

[jeff of pa]

Re: What does this Symbolize ?

I guess it cant be the RAF winged bullet if its made in NY.


good link fireguy.

I'm Pretty Sure while Researching Meyers it said They
Supply Worldwide.

So I Personally can't Rule out RAF