Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Eisenhower Jacket, 17th and 82nd Airborne Division, c. 1944-45, olive drab wool jacket body, 17th Airborne Division patch on the left sleeve, an "Order of the Orange" aiguillette on the shoulder, glider wing, campaign ribbons, and a combat infantry badge on the left breast, cavalry and U.S. collar discs, a presidential unit citation on the right breast, a French "Croix de Guerre" aiguillette on the right shoulder, and an 82nd "All American" Airborne Division patch on the right sleeve.
Note: The 82nd Airborne Division participated in the Sicily invasion, Normandy, Operation Market Garden, and in Central Europe.
Estimate $200-400
Overall in good condition with some wear from use and moth nips.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
United StatesChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200