WW2 US Army Combat Infantryman’s Badge CIB Sterling

The WW2 US Army Combat Infantryman’s Badge (CIB) Sterling is a military decoration awarded to infantrymen and Special Forces soldiers who engaged in active ground combat during the Second World War. Instituted in 1943, the badge was designed to recognize the unique service and sacrifices of soldiers assigned to infantry regiments. This example is crafted in sterling silver, as was standard for original wartime-issued badges. The design features an infantry musket on a blue enamel rectangle, enclosed by a silver wreath. The reverse is typically marked “Sterling,” indicating its solid silver composition. Worn on the uniform above the left breast pocket, the Combat Infantryman’s Badge was authorized for Army personnel who met specific criteria related to combat participation. The badge remains a significant artifact representing the valor and front-line service of US infantrymen in World War II. Original examples are valued for their historical authenticity and craftsmanship.