Scarce Early WWII Curtiss-Wright "100%" Lapel Pin

ARTIFACT: This is a scarce early World War II Curtiss-Wright “100%” pin. Curtiss-Wright began in 1929 when Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company of Buffalo, New York, and Wright Aeronautical of Dayton, Ohio merged. The pin is a petite wing by Bastian Brothers of Rochester, New York.

VINTAGE: Circa early World War II.

SIZE: Approximately 5/8” in height and 1” in width.

CONSTRUCTION/MATERIALS: Gold-plated brass with painted areas.

ATTACHMENT: Vertical pin with drop-in locking swivel catch.

MARKINGS: BASTIAN BROS. ROCH., N.Y., union marks.

ITEM NOTES: This is from an aviation company collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay VAJX11 LHEX12/11

CONDITION: 8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The pin shows some very small spots of light wear.

GUARANTEE: As with all my items, this piece is guaranteed original.