Rare set of U.S. Army Dress Blue shoulder epaulettes/shoulder boards belonging to Lieutenant Colonel Malcolm Close, U.S. Army Artillery. This unique piece represents a career spanning 33 years of military service from World War II through the Vietnam era.A standout addition for collectors of U.S. Army insignia, named officer items, and military history.
**Details:**Officer Rank: Lieutenant ColonelBranch: U.S. Army ArtilleryItem Type: Dress uniform shoulder epaulettes / shoulder boardsMaterial: .990 silver with 2% gold platingEra: WWII through Vietnam service periodNamed Individual: Lt. Colonel Malcolm Close
**Included:**Original shoulder epaulettesOriginal storage box**Provenance:**The shoulder boards were acquired with information that they originated through a source connected to Lt. Colonel Close’s family. The original box includes handwritten notes, including “For May, Close” and a crossed-out date notation of “9 Dec ’65.” These markings remain with the piece and add to its historical interest.
**Condition:**Shoulder boards are in excellent conditionOriginal box shows light age/storage wearOriginal markings and notes remain visible
A rare opportunity to own a named piece of U.S. Army officer history representing a career that crossed multiple major eras of American military service.
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Shipping: Free USPS Priority Mail. Item will be carefully packaged with cardboard protection and bubble wrap.
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