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ARTIFACT:
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This is a scarce circa 1960s United States Air Force 493rd Tactical Fighter Squadron jacket patch. The 493rd was stationed at the Royal Air Force Station of Lakenheath in England and flew F-100s. The patch is Japanese-made by Ace Novelty and the manufacturer's label is still intact.
VINTAGE:Circa 1960s.
SIZE:Approximately 4-15/16" in height and 3-11/16" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Fully embroidered in cotton/silk threads.
ATTACHMENT:None.
MARKINGS:Ace Novelty BOX 1374 TOKYO JAPAN.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Air Force collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MGEX13 LAFEX2/13 SAFEX3/13
CONDITION:8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The patch shows some light wear.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.