Machine-embroidered breast eagle

[Norm F]

Here is another of these reference threads dedicated to the discussion of a single type of breast eagle. (The eventual goal is to have a collection of separate threads on each type, the links for which can eventually be grouped into one reference index thread for easy access.)

This type has been described by RonR in the past as "possible fake" or "not sure". It's quite distinctive with the dark thread accents, so we'll have to keep an eye out for any photos showing it in wear. It can be found without backing or with a woven cloth backing like this one (previously posted by RonR).

Best regards,
---Norm

[Norm F]

Ron's variant without the woven cloth backing

[Norm F]

This one was recently posted as part of a group with a "U.S vet bring-back from France" anecdote.

[Norm F]

This one from a vendor's site with the description "This is a French made Coastal Artillery Breast Eagle. Dark green wool backing with a bright yellow-gold embroidered Eagle. This one along with a few others came out of a recent vet grouping."

[Norm F]

another

[Norm F]

and another. The cloth backing seems to come in different shades.

[Norm F]

Two posted by DMV before -- one described as "uniform removed" and the other heavily damaged.