Radio Orphan Annie ROA ca. 1939 Brass Secret Society Decoder Pin Badge *SOLD*

Radio Orphan Annie ROA ca. 1939 Brass Secret Society Decoder Pin Badge

We have for you a Radio Orphan Annie ROA ca. 1939 brass Secret Society decoder badge by an unknown manufacturer.

This decoder badge was a premium mail away item that could be acquired with a purchase of Ovaltine. This badge has a rotating when of letters that you line up with the outer stationary circle of numbers and allowed listener to crack encrypted messages that were broadcast on the show. Each year the badge design would change. This one has a serial number on the back that says, “Official” and “79989”.

This piece is in very good all original condition with no breaks, restorations, repairs, or touch-ups. This piece shows the usual patina, fading, dust, chips, scuffs, surface rust, scratches, missing accessories, and wear that are to be expected from age and play. It is approximately 1 ½” D. We invite you to view the photos to further determine quality and condition.