Vintage 68th RAA military badge, blue enamel, artillery, old crest

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Visual Description

This item is an antique military badge, presented in a translucent plastic case with a burgundy background. The diamond-shaped badge features a meticulous composition combining reliefs and enameled colors. The center of the badge displays the number "68" in gold, beneath a raised representation of a stylized tank or cannon. The upper part of the diamond is adorned with a blue enameled background, topped with a golden crescent moon. At the four corners of the diamond, two crossed cannons are visible, traditional symbols of artillery. The entire badge displays a golden finish on all raised elements, contrasting with the deep blue enamel of the upper background.

Below the badge, the case bears the inscription "68e RAA" in gold letters, indicating the 68th African Artillery Regiment, a unit of the French army. The badge appears well-preserved, with no apparent scratches or visible defects on the front. The presentation in its original box adds to the heritage value of this military item. No other markings, logos, or inscriptions are visible on the displayed side.

The richness of detail, the contrast between gilding and blue enamel, and the typography of the number "68" and the text "68e RAA" attest to careful craftsmanship, typical of French military badges of the 20th century. The ensemble evokes the codes of artillery and military heraldry, with iconography immediately recognizable to connoisseurs of French uniformology.

The item is intended to be worn on a uniform or preserved as a commemorative piece. The presentation box, rectangular in shape with rounded corners, enhances the badge while protecting it.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The badge and its case are in a very clean visual condition, with no major visible defects on the front.

Did you know? The 68th African Artillery Regiment (RAA) is a historical unit of the French Army, created at the beginning of the 20th century. Its badge traditionally features artillery symbols and may include references to its operations in North Africa. French regimental badges are often made of enameled metal and awarded as a reward or souvenir of service in the unit.

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