Description
ARTIFACT:
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This is a 1970s jacket patch for the Grumman F-14 Tomcat, which debuted in 1970 and became a staple of the United States Navy. The Tomcat also flew for the United States Marine Corps. The patch is triangular and shows the craft embroidered in gold, and was worn yet was unauthorized.
VINTAGE:Circa 1970s.
SIZE:Approximately 5-5/8" in height and 3-15/16" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Twill embroidered in cotton/silk/polyester threads, mesh overlay backing.
ATTACHMENT:None.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Navy collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. LBCX4/12 SBCX1/14
CONDITION:8 (Excellent-): The patch has only some light wear.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.