Late 1940's Lapel Pin for Air Lines Pilot Association (ALPA)

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  • Late 1940's Lapel Pin for Air Lines Pilot Association (ALPA)
  • Late 1940's Lapel Pin for Air Lines Pilot Association (ALPA)
$38.00
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a lapel pin for the Air Lines Pilot Association, which formed in 1931 to represent the interests of both Canadian and American airlines. The pin is a petite wing with a globe at its center reading ALPA.

VINTAGE:

Circa late 1940's.

SIZE:

Approximately 1/4" in height and 11/16" in width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Gold-plated brass.

ATTACHMENT:

Post with clutch-back.

MARKINGS:

Union mark; 1/20th 10K; PAT. PEND info on backing.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from an airlines collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay VEX00 LCHX6/11

CONDITION:

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

GUARANTEE:

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

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