VintageUSDA FOREST SERVICE“Siege of 87”Region 5 – Pacific Southwest Region (California)Commemorative Hat/Lapel PinCirca 1987Excellent Preowned but Unused Condition Description: Gold tone metal with enamel art. My husband (then fiancé) and I worked on the Shasta-TrinityNational Forest from 1984 to 1988. Muchof our Districts burned severely in 1987, along with a lot more of N. Ca. andS. Or. We spent months fighting fire, performing restoration work and... salvaging dead timber. We each received a pin to commemorate theeffort. We are original owner and neverwore these – they have been in storage for over 30 years. I have 2 but I’mselling them separatelyNote: My husband andI worked for the US Forest Service a combined 70+ years across 6 regions and hehas fought/managed fires in almost every state at one time or another. We amassed a substantial collection of FS andSmokey Bear memorabilia. We are sortingthrough it all and purging most of it as I have time. If you are looking for something inparticular, just ask. I may just haveit. Thanks for looking.Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no issues. I maintain a smoke-free and pet-free home. Please lookcarefully at pictures and ask any clarifying questions before bidding.Payment: I accept PayPal only. Payment must be receivedwithin 48 hours of close of auction, except BIN which is due immediately.Return: I try to be honest and accurate in mydescriptions. No returns unless buyer can show I somehow misrepresentedthe merchandise.Shipping: I ship USPS within 2 business days of payment. I try to keep shipping lowby using the least expensive shipping option, but if you need it fast let meknow and I will work with you. Contact me before payment to arrangecombined shipping.