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ARTIFACT:
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This is a 1930s PAA wing. We believe it is an instructors wing. It is a modified 2nd Issue, Type 1 Pilot's hat badge added to an AAF Pilot wing.
VINTAGE:Circa 1930's - Early WWII.
SIZE:About 2-3/4" in width by 15/16" in length.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Gold-plated sterling and sterling with enamel accents.
ATTACHMENT:Horizontal pin with a drop-in locking catch on the wing with a single screw post coming through from the hat badge.
MARKINGS:On back of hat badge: 233 STERLING.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a large collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. RGJL493 LAJJJX SGGFX12/11
CONDITION:7+ (Very Fine+): Minor wear and tarnishing; enamel is in excellent condition.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.