United States. An Army Air Force Air Crew Wing, Reduced Size, By Luxenberg, C.1941 United Republic of WWI 164th Infantry Battalion Collar

WWI 164th Infantry Battalion Collar Pair - Officer's in silver gilt

McCain was a pioneer of aircraft carrier operations who in 1942 commanded all land-based air operations in support of the Guadalcanal campaign

He was transferred to the III Waffen-SS Panzer Corps in October 1944

badge retains most of the original finish in very fine condition

United States. An Army Air Force Air Crew Wing, Reduced Size, By Luxenberg, C.1941 United Republic of WWI 164th Infantry Battalion CollarIn sterling silver, maker marked with the first pattern "Luxenberg NEW YORK" raised type insignia and marked "STERLING" on the reverse, measuring 52. 5 mm (w) x 13. 8 mm (h), horizontal pinback, scattered silvering and surface wear, better than very fine.