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An authentic Polish officer's commemorative badge from the 2nd Communications Regiment stationed in Jarosław, serving as a textbook example of high-tier military insignia from the Second Polish Republic (II RP) era. The obverse features a multi-piece configuration focused around a silvered cross with flared arms coated in deep dark blue and black hot enamel with crisp bordering. At the exact center lies a round medallion showcasing the embossed regimental number 2, beautifully enclosed by a finely detailed silver laurel wreath. The entire enamel cross assembly is mounted on top of a multi-ray, convex gilded sunburst backing, accented by stylized silver lightning bolts extending diagonally between the cross arms. The reverse side confirms the pristine, untouched condition of the piece, showcasing a flat finish with the early award number 96 precisely engraved on the lower arm. The central threaded mounting post retains its original, large dish-shaped securing nut with a highly legible, struck manufacturer inscription: ZJEDN. GRAWERZY WARSZAWA MARSZAŁK. 145. The entire medal displays a gorgeous, dark natural age patina across the silvered surfaces and the gilded backing plate, with the enamel remaining completely flawless, presenting a true investment-grade museum piece.
Country of origin: Poland (Second Polish Republic)
Garrison and Unit: Jarosław, 2nd Communications Regiment (2 Pułk Łączności)
Maker (marked on the nut): Zjednoczeni Grawerzy, Warsaw, Marszałkowska 145 St.
Class and design: Officer's grade, multi-piece construction, threaded post suspension
Serial number: 96 (period engraved on the reverse)
Material and technique: Silvered tombak, die-struck gilded sunburst with slight counter-relief, hot enamel
Condition: Excellent, enamel completely intact without chips, original hardware, smooth thread, beautiful dark patina
Historical context:
The 2nd Communications Regiment was established in 1921, anchoring its headquarters and barracks in the historical garrison city of Jarosław. The official commemorative badge was approved during the late 1920s to foster esprit de corps and symbolize technical mastery within the Polish Army's signaling branches. These high-tier badges were expertly produced by elite Warsaw workshops like Zjednoczeni Grawerzy, known for their superior enameling craftsmanship and strict production quality. Authentic multi-piece officer variants with very low serial numbers like 96, paired with their original factory-stamped backing nut, are exceptionally scarce today and highly prized on the global military antiquities market.