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This is a sterling silver presentation medal from United Air Lines for Victory over Japan Day, September 2, 1945 (the actual date for the finalization of the surrender document). The front of the medal shows an airplane and the United logo wing in relief, and the back reads TOKEN PRESENTED TO THOSE IN FLIGHT WITH UNITED AIR LINES SEPTEMBER 2, 1945.
VINTAGE:Circa 1945.
SIZE:Approximately 1" in diameter.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Sterling silver.
ATTACHMENT:Hole at top.
MARKINGS:SEPTEMBER 2, 1945 WHITEHEAD-HOAG STERLING.
ITEM NOTES:This is from an airlines collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. RON LHEX11/10 SHEX6/11
CONDITION:8- (Very Fine-Excellent): Medal shows light to medium wear and tarnish.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.