WW2 US Ruptured Duck Lapel Badge

The WW2 US Ruptured Duck Lapel Badge is a World War II-era insignia issued to honorably discharged members of the United States Armed Forces. Officially known as the Honorable Service Lapel Button, it is commonly referred to as the “Ruptured Duck” due to the stylized design of an eagle within a ring, which some likened to a duck in flight. The badge is typically made of brass with a gold finish and measures approximately 7/8 inch in diameter. It was authorized for wear on civilian clothing to indicate a person’s honorable discharge status, especially important during a time when men of military age were expected to be in service. Wearing the badge often helped returning veterans avoid questions about their service. Original examples are valued collectibles and serve as a tangible reminder of a veteran’s honorable service during the Second World War.