Vietnam Era U.S. Army Infantry Officer Subdued Insignia Pair | GEMSCO GI Marked | NOS Sealed 1969 Contract

Description

Original New Old Stock (NOS) U.S. Army Infantry Officer branch insignia pair manufactured by GEMSCO, one of the most respected producers of U.S. military insignia.

This matching pair features the iconic crossed rifles emblem in the subdued black finish adopted for field and combat uniforms during the Vietnam War era. The insignia remain factory sealed in their original government packaging and have never been worn or issued.

The reverse packaging identifies the set as:

• NSN: 8455-123-7761
• Description: Insignia, Bos, Metal, Subdued
• Branch: Infantry Officer
• Quantity: 1 Pair
• Contract: DSA-100-69-C-2120
• Contract Date: May 1969 (5/69)

An opened reference example from this contract lot bears the GI maker mark used by GEMSCO, confirming the manufacturer while preserving the remaining inventory in unopened condition.

A desirable addition to any Vietnam War collection, Infantry display, military uniform restoration, or U.S. Army insignia collection.

Details

• Original U.S. Army Infantry Officer insignia
• Manufacturer: GEMSCO (GI hallmark)
• Vietnam Era military contract issue
• Contract dated May 1969
• Subdued black finish
• Crossed rifles design
• Factory sealed package
• New Old Stock (NOS)
• Dual-post clutch back construction
• Sold as a matching pair

Condition

Excellent unissued condition. The insignia remain sealed in their original government packaging. Packaging may show minor age-related storage wear, creasing, or shelf wear consistent with long-term storage. Contents remain untouched and unused.

Collector Notes

GEMSCO was one of the major manufacturers supplying insignia to the U.S. military throughout the 20th century. Vietnam-era examples with documented DSA contract numbers and original sealed packaging are increasingly difficult to locate. These sets are especially desirable for collectors building period-correct Vietnam War officer uniforms.

Inventory Note

17 available.

One set was opened solely to verify the manufacturer and document the GI hallmark. Buyer will receive a factory-sealed set from the same 1969 contract lot unless otherwise noted.