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1917 Maker of Type I is unknown. Type II was designed and issued by Adam Pietz, Philadelphia, PA, engraver and die-sinker. Both types were sold for presentation by families and friends to departing servicemen. They were not popular and their sales were limited. TYPE I 
Photos courtesy of Jonathan Brecher Obv. Within circle, kneeling soldier aims rifle to front; legend above, Service With the American Army; below, In the Worlds War 1917; beaded border.
Rev. In center, eagle, wings outstretched, stands r. on shield, flag and spears; below, Trust in the Lord / and / Keep Your Powder Dry; beaded border. HK-892 Bronze. 35mm.
HK-893 Brass.
HK-894 White Metal. TYPE II 
Photos courtesy of Jonathan Brecher Obv. American eagle, wings outstretched, swastika superimposed on four-leafed clover on breast; legend above Good Luck, below and; microscopic © 1917 by l. claw and by A.P. by r. claw.
Rev. Classic female head, facing l.; legend, l., near edge, Victory, to r., interlaced AP [Adam Pietz, designer]. HK-895 Golden Bronze. 35mm.
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