U.S. Military Surplus In the 1940s, during World War II, soldiers going to war had a custom of giving accessories to their families and lovers back home. These were called sweetheart jewelry, and many featured designs of the soldiers' respective military branches, including rings, necklaces, bracelets, and brooches. This is a torpedo-shaped pendant top. It is only the charm part of the necklace. It appears to have originally been gold-colored, but there are uneven color changes due to aging. Also, the two movable screws are crushed and barely rotate. As it is a 40's item that has passed 80 years, there is deterioration appropriate for its age. There is no material description or inscription of the gift recipient. I am also listing other similar torpedo-shaped sweetheart jewelry, but due to the above condition, I am listing this at a super-discounted starting price. There is no damage that would cause a problem for use as decoration, but I ask that those who can appreciate it as a vintage item and understand its current condition bid. Total length: Approximately 47mm Although there is no chain, those who want to match it with a 40's original can use the chain from the dog tag, a deadstock item from the early 1944 lot, which is also listed separately. I am also listing a different type of sweetheart jewelry necklace.