Early USMC and Navy Insignia Lot

Updated September 18, 2026

Lot number	88d
Auction	Huge Estates, Firearms, Jewelry, Militaria, & Railroad sale
Date	September 27, 2026 at 1:00 PM CDT
Auction house	Southern Heirs Auction
Location	Denham Springs, Louisiana

Era: World War I to Pre-WWII Era Three-piece early United States military insignia and jewelry lot consisting of: * USMC Honorable Discharge enameled charm attached to an ornate watch-style chain or bracelet * USMC Sharpshooter qualification badge with target-centered cross and "Sharpshooter" suspension bar * U.S. Navy eagle, shield, and crossed-anchor cap insignia The Marine Corps charm features a white enameled border marked “U.S. Marine Corps Honorable Discharge.” The Sharpshooter badge appears consistent with the Army-style qualification badge adopted by the Marine Corps during the 1920s and 1930s. All pieces show age-related scratches, tarnish, discoloration, finish wear, and patina. Pin fasteners are present as photographed. Metal content has not been tested, and no precious-metal guarantees are made. Offered together as found with no documentation establishing that all pieces belonged to the same service member. This item came from a collector’s estate. We have not authenticated it, and it is being sold exactly as acquired. Authenticity has not been verified; bidders should rely on their own inspection and the photographs provided. If you have any doubt, please attend the preview and examine all photographs closely before bidding. This estimated auction value was created using AI research of actual sold prices from online auction sites and marketplaces during the past 12 months. It is provided as a market reference only and is not a guarantee of the final selling price. Estimated Auction Value: $50–$90

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