Description
Rare WWII Spink made case for Polish Air Force in Exile Pilot badge. The dark blue case is lined on the inside bottom with velvet and the top is lined with satin that reads: "TO H.M. THE KING SPINK & SON Ltd 5, 6 & 7, KING STREET ST. JAMES'S LONDON, S.W.I. EST. 1772" below the Royal crest. The outside of the box is wrapped in vinyl and features a push button brass closure with a plated steel hinge.
VINTAGE:Circa WWII.
SIZE:Approximately 2-3/4" in width x 3-5/8" in length x 3/4" in depth.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Leatherette wrapped case, velvet, satin, brass, steel, ink
ATTACHMENT:Hinged lid with push button closure.
MARKINGS:"TO H.M. THE KING SPINK & SON Ltd 5, 6 & 7, KING STREET ST. JAMES'S LONDON, S.W.I. EST. 1772"
ITEM NOTES:This is from a Polish militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. TRVBJJX TRCEX09 LEEJX8/16 SLFGEX04/06/23
CONDITION:8 (Excellent-): The case shows minor wear, a small area of leatherette on bottom has been worn, the satin and velvet interior is remarkable, overall excellent condition.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.