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This is a rare 1947-1952 gaggle patch for the United States Navy 17th Carrier Air group (CAG-17). The patch reads CARRIER AIR GROUP 17 FRATERNITAS and shows four symbols representing squadrons VF-171, VF-172, VF-173 and VA-175.
VINTAGE:Circa 1947-1952.
SIZE:4-3/8" height and 4-1/8" width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Felt patch embroidered in multi-colored silk/cotton threads with muslin backing.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Navy collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MBEX94 LDEJX 4/10 SCEJX4/16
CONDITION:8 (Excellent-): Patch shows light wear.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.