Description
ARTIFACT:
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This is a 1940s wing by Bastian Bothers for United Air Lines. The pin is a wing with a red, white and blue enameled crest at center.
VINTAGE:Circa 1940s.
SIZE:7/16" height and 1-15/16" width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Plated brass and enamel.
ATTACHMENT:Horizontal pin with drop-in locking swivel catch.
MARKINGS:BASTIAN BROS. CO. ROCHESTER, N.Y. with maker's mark and three union marks.
ITEM NOTES:This is from an airline company collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. REJV11/95 LAHJX9/10 SAHJX4/13
CONDITION:8 (Excellent-): Pin has all enamel intact and a medium tarnish.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.