United States Marine Corps Eagle, Globe, and Anchor (EGA) Insignia

This item is a metallic United States Marine Corps Eagle, Globe, and Anchor (EGA) insignia, commonly used as a collar or cover (hat) emblem. The piece is constructed from metal with a dark, subdued bronze or black finish, which is typical of service or combat uniforms rather than the high-polish gold and silver-toned dress versions. It features the iconic eagle with spread wings perched atop a globe showing the Western Hemisphere, intersected by a fouled anchor. The construction appears to be a solid cast, likely measuring approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in size. Regarding condition, the insignia shows visible signs of age and wear; the finish has dulled and there are some surface abrasions and light pitting, particularly on the globe and wings, suggesting it was once worn in active service. There is a noticeable patina consistent with mid-20th-century vintage or later military surplus. No maker's marks are clearly visible from this angle, but such pieces often feature screw-back or pin-back fastenings on the reverse. The craftsmanship is standard for military government-issue hardware, characterized by sharp detail in the eagle's feathers and the continents on the globe, despite the surface wear.