1950s Quarter Century Aviation Club (Canadian) Membership Lapel Pin

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  • 1950s Quarter Century Aviation Club (Canadian) Membership Lapel Pin
  • 1950s Quarter Century Aviation Club (Canadian) Membership Lapel Pin
$45.00
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a circa 1950s lapel pin for membership in the Quarter Century Aviation Club. The group was formed in 1952 by Bill Windrum, a Canadian Airways pilot, and was for aviation enthusiasts with at least twenty-five years experience: an exclusive group at the time. The pin Is nicely enameled with a maple leaf at its center.

VINTAGE:

Circa 1950s.

SIZE:

Approximately 7/16" in diameter.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Gilt brass, enamel.

ATTACHMENT:

Single screw post with disc backing.

MARKINGS:

None.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from an aviation collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. RTAL93 LDEX9/12

CONDITION:

8- (Very Fine-): The pin shows only light wear with some discoloration to the reverse only.

GUARANTEE:

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.

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