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Date:
1788
Object Number:
1903.12
Medium:
Silk, paint
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Shoulder patch
Object Number:
INV.4197
Date:
1940-1950
Medium:
Rayon
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 5/8 x 3 7/8 x 1/8 in. ( 6.7 x 9.8 x 0.3 cm )
Marks:
sewn: bottom: "III"
Description:
Diamond-shaped red rayon patch; yellow globe pierced by anchor in center, which is flanked by yellow wings on both sides, and with yellow eagle perched atop.
Gallery Label:
WWII era Marine Corps 3rd Air Wing shoulder insignia.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
