United States. A Boy Scouts Of America Eagle Scout Badge, C.1940

In silver, measuring 28.5 mm (w) x 29.5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, original tri-color ribbon, suspended from a ribbon banner style hanger bearing the inscription "BE PREPARED" with pinback, surface wear evident on both sides of the eagle, better than very fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, black textured exterior, silver-colored trim on the lid, inside lid in white simulated satin and inscribed "EAGLE SCOUT BADGE AWARDED BY THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA", navy blue felt medal bed, hinged on the left side, case near extremely fine.

Footnote: Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Scouts BSA program of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). Since its inception in 1911, only four percent of Scouts have earned this rank after a lengthy review process. The Eagle Scout rank has been earned by over 2.5 million youth. As it takes years of hard work, service, and determination to become an Eagle Scout, this prestigious milestone is recognized across the country and the world. Prominent service personnel, astronauts, United States senators, and others count the Eagle Scout rank among their achievements. In 2019, girls gained the opportunity to join Scouts BSA and earn Eagle rank. In February 2001, nearly 1,000 girls and young women became the first female Eagle Scouts in the organization's history. A virtual ceremony marked this historical achievement. Becoming an Eagle Scout takes perseverance and hard work. Scouts have to earn all the ranks in order starting with Tenderfoot (soon to be Scout). The following is a list of the activities the Scout will complete on their journey to Eagle Scout: be active in the troop for at least six months as a Life Scout; show dedication to Scout Oath and Scout Law; provide references from family, work, church, and other community groups; earn 21 merit badges; serve a minimum of six months in a leadership position; propose, plan, and carry out an Eagle service project; attend a Scoutmaster conference; pass a board of review. The Eagle Scout rank shows that a Scout embodies Scout BSA qualities of trustworthiness, loyalty, helpfulness, friendliness, courteousness, kindness, obedience, cheerfulness, thriftiness, bravery, cleanliness, and reverence. Eagle Scouts embody the Scout Law and that makes them a person of strong character. These traits will help them in everything they do, from being a partner to a parent and an employee to a community leader. Eagle Scouts value perseverance, discipline, motivation, leadership, accountability, and achievement. Those who have earned the rank of Eagle Scout also become eligible, although are not required, to join the National Eagle Scout Association.