Rare Circa 1946-1948 US Navy VF-18A "Checkmates" Flight Jacket Patch

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  • Rare Circa 1946-1948 US Navy VF-18A "Checkmates" Flight Jacket Patch
  • Rare Circa 1946-1948 US Navy VF-18A "Checkmates" Flight Jacket Patch
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a rare "Checkmates" flight jacket patch for the United States Navy fighter squadron VF-18A. The patch reads FIGHTING EIGHTEEN and shows figures on a chessboard.

VINTAGE:

Circa 1946-1948.

SIZE:

5-5/8" height and 3-7/8" width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Gold fully-embroidered patch in multi-colored cotton/silk threads with canvas inset.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a United States Navy collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAEJX90 LDEJX5/10 SCGEX2/11

CONDITION:

8- (Very Fine): Patch shows light wear and one small spot of slight discoloration.

GUARANTEE:

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

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