Description
This is a rare and transitional circa 1980 United Air Lines line pilot wing 5th issue. This was for a line pilot with 30 to 34 years of service with the airline. It has four stars in an arc at the top and a diamond chip in a setting beneath the enameled logo. The wing is by Leavens Manufacturing of Attleboro, Massachusetts.
VINTAGE:Circa 1980.
SIZE:Approximately 15/16" in height and 3-5/16" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Gilt and nickel-plated brass, enamel, diamond chip.
ATTACHMENT:Two screw posts with disc backings.
MARKINGS:LEAVENS MFG. ATTLEBORO, MASS.
ITEM NOTES:This is from an airline collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VEJX12 LBDEX8/12
CONDITION:8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The wing has a few very small spots of light wear.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.