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ARTIFACT:
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This is a Japanese-made patch for the United States Navy's USS Henry Clay SSBN-625, a ballistic missile submarine. The patch is circular and shows a missile headed skyward above a globe and a pair of fish. The patch reads PRESERVATIO AB NATIO USS HENRY CLAY SSBN 625.
VINTAGE:Circa 1960s.
SIZE:5 diameter.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Fully embroidered patch with multi-colored silk/polyester/cotton threads.
MARKINGS:Original label attached: ACE NOVELTY BOX 1374 TOKYO JAPAN.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Navy patch collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay LDJV05 LACJX
CONDITION:8+ (Excellent): Patch is in great shape.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.