Late 1940s Constellation Lapel Pin in Pinback <p> NO LONGER AVAILABLE

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  • Late 1940s Constellation Lapel Pin in Pinback <p> NO LONGER AVAILABLE
  • Late 1940s Constellation Lapel Pin in Pinback <p> NO LONGER AVAILABLE
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a late 1940s pinback lapel pin in the shape of a Constellation aircraft. The "Connie", as the Lockheed product was nicknamed, was produced from 1943 through 195Largely billed as a civilian aircraft, the Constellation also participated in the Berlin Airlift and transported President Eisenhower. The pin is a Connie as seen obliquely from its side.

VINTAGE:

Circa late 1940s.

SIZE:

Approximately 1/4" in height and 7/8" in width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Gold-plated brass.

ATTACHMENT:

Horizontal pin with C catch.

MARKINGS:

None.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from an airlines collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VEX98 LDIX7/11 SDIX1/14

CONDITION:

8 (Excellent-): The pin shows some very light wear and tarnish.

GUARANTEE:

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

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