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Rank Badge (China)

This is a Rank badge. We acquired it in 1976. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Dr. Rodman Gilder. It is credited Gift of Dr. Rodman Gilder.

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Rank Badge (China); Gift of Dr. Rodman Gilder; 1976-116-5-a

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