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THBAustralian Flying Corps and other Rare Australian and New Zealand Air Force Wings, and Badges
About Seller
300 20th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
United States
Witherell’s auction house is a family business rooted in a passion for fine art and antiques, based in Sacramento, a region known for its history and its important 20th century art scene. It all started when Brad Witherell was gifted a Civil War-era Henry rifle from his uncle as a teen, spurring his...Read more
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LiveJan 24, 2018 - Jan 25, 2018
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- Lot Description
Exceptionally rare Australian Flying Corps wings, one in bullion embroidery, the other in wool, both showing minor wear around the edges, including some backing losses when removed from uniforms. The bullion wings are tarnished almost black, but the red inserts in the King's crown are bright red. The second pair are a little moth eaten on the edges. There are 20 pair of Royal Australian Air Force wings, including two in metal, and 5 in bullion embroidery. One of the metal wings has a Queen's crown, as do two of the bullion wings. Of the cloth wings with cloth embroidery, two are Queen's crown, and ll of the rest are King's crown. There is also a pair of white metal King's crown Royal New Zealand Air Force wings with a backing plate, and 3 pair of Army wings , two in bullion embroidery, a pair of Fleet Air Arm wings, Queen's crown, in bullion embroidery,a King's crown officer's peaked cap badge, and two patches with wings for Australian Army flight branches.
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Most are very good to excellent, but several show minor edge wear where they have been removed from uniforms, and the Australian Flying Corps wings are both slightly tattered around the edges, and the bullion wing is tarnished. Witherells strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherells. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions.Condition
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