United States Army Insignia

Anthony de Francisci, United States Army Insignia, ca. 1922, white metal, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Anthony de Francisci, 1966.51.84
Copied Anthony de Francisci, United States Army Insignia, ca. 1922, white metal, 11 18 in. (2.53.0 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Anthony de Francisci, 1966.51.84

Artwork Details

Title
United States Army Insignia
Date
ca. 1922
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
11 18 in. (2.53.0 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Anthony de Francisci
Mediums
Mediums Description
white metal
Classifications
Keywords
  • Animal — bird — eagle
  • Object — weapon — bow and arrow
  • Emblem — military insignia
  • Object — weapon — axe
Object Number
1966.51.84

Artwork Description

The Army insignia pin was one of several U.S. Army badges designed by the sculptor Anthony de Francisci between 1922 and 1925. This version shows the ancient Roman fasces, the bundled sheaves of wheat symbolizing strength through unity, crossed against the eagle’s breast.