WWII Canadian Army General Service Volunteer Pin Sterling Silver 1950s bombshell dress upper bodice

upper bodice

JS is the mark of the silversmith but I have not been able to identify him

where a similar coat is shown that has open sides

but it was short lived

but it actually measures 5 3/8 across

WWII Canadian Army General Service Volunteer Pin Sterling Silver 1950s bombshell dress upper bodiceThis is a vintage WWII Canadian lapel pin that was issued to soldiers who had volunteered for any type of overseas military service. It was a benefit at the time to make it known that you had volunteered to contribute to the war effort conscripted soldiers were not eligible to wear the pin. Eligible soldiers were also issued a certificate that was to be carried when wearing the pin, as proof that you were indeed issued the pin. The government took