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

Code: z99usnsq90018a


SOLD!!! No Longer Available!

Product Description

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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.

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

ATTACHMENT: N/A.

MARKINGS: N/A.

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.