Up for sale/sale is a highly collectible, authentic 1960s American Airlines Captain's Pilot Wing insignia badge. This is the iconic 6th Issue design, manufactured by the premier commercial and military insignia makers at the L.G. Balfour Company in Attleboro, Massachusetts.This wing badge comes extraordinarily preserved, still mounted to its original L.G. Balfour Co. factory card stock backing.Design & Physical Features:
- Features the classic mid-century American Airlines eagle emblem flanked by the iconic dual capital "A" logos.
- Surmounted by a raised five-point pilot captain star signifying rank.
- Reverse Hallmarks: Clearly stamped with the official LGB Shield Logo and "SF" (Silver Filled) hallmark marker's mark.
- Hardware: Dual rear mounting posts equipped with their original, beautifully functional vintage knurled thumb-screw locking clutches, which safely thread and lock into position to hold the badge firmly to a uniform jacket or display card.
An incredible, investment-grade acquisition for any commercial aviation historian, military insignia hunter, or American Airlines memorabilia collector.Exact Measurements:
- Wingspan / Width: 2.75 inches (approx. 7 cm tip-to-tip)
- Height: 1 inch (including star)
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