ARTIFACT:
This is a scarce World War II Curtiss-Wright “Production Soldier” lapel stud. Curtiss-Wright began in 1929 when Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company of Buffalo, New York, and Wright Aeronautical of Dayton, Ohio merged. The petite wing has a V for victory at its center.
VINTAGE:
Circa World War II.
SIZE:
Approximately 9/16” in height and 1-1/8” in width.
CONSTRUCTION/MATERIALS:
Plastic.
ATTACHMENT:
Lapel stud.
MARKINGS:
None.
ITEM NOTES:
This is from an aviation company collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VCX95 LDEX3/12
CONDITION:
7+ (Very Fine+): The stud shows some light wear with moderate discoloration to the reverse only.
GUARANTEE:
As with all my items, this piece is guaranteed original.