Early WWII UK-Made US 8th AF "Clipped Wing" Shoulder Patch

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  • Early WWII UK-Made US 8th AF "Clipped Wing" Shoulder Patch
  • Early WWII UK-Made US 8th AF "Clipped Wing" Shoulder Patch
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is an early World War II "clipped wing" shoulder patch for the United States 8th Air Force. It is English-made and shows the number 8 with two shortened golden wings supporting a star.

VINTAGE:

Circa early World War II.

SIZE:

Approximately 2-5/16" in diameter.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Wool embroidered in cotton/silk threads, muslin backing.

ATTACHMENT:

None.

MARKINGS:

None.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a United States Army Air Forces collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBEX12 LHEX2/12 SHJX07/21

CONDITION:

7 (Very Fine): The patch shows some light to medium wear.

GUARANTEE:

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

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