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U.S. Army Marksman Expert Badge with Carbine Clasp
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
U.S. Army Marksman Expert Badge with Carbine Clasp
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

U.S. Army Marksman Expert Badge with Carbine Clasp

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.6.13
Object Type Badge, Military
Date 2007
Medium metal (brass)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/8 in x W 1 1/8 in x D 1 7/8 in (1 cm x 2.9 cm x 4.8 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionA U.S. Army marksman expert badge with carbine clasp. The main part of the badge is black metal in the shape of a cross, with a circular target at center. The cross is surrounded almost completely by a wreath, with the top section slightly open. Attached to the bottom of the wreath by two small holes is a rectangular clasp. There are two pins attached to the rear of the main part of the badge.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEngraved on obverse: CARBINE Engraved on reverse: L.I.G.I. G - GI
Custodial History / ProvenanceThis item is material associated with various agencies and offices during the Obama administration and maintained as government property until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017 (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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