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Vintage Commander In Chief Allied Forces Southern Europe Bullion Patch 2.75in
Brand: Unbranded
Item: Vintage Commander in Chief Allied Forces Southern Europe bullion embroidered patch.
Color: Cream background with blue inner field, red shield, and gold bullion lion emblem with black lettering.
Size: Round patch approximately 2.75 in diameter.
Design details: Circular cloth patch with outer text band reading "COMMANDER IN CHIEF ALLIED FORCES SOUTHERN EUROPE" surrounding a red shield bearing a winged lion holding a book and cross on a blue field, all edged with metallic cord.
Materials: Fabric base with metallic gold bullion wire embroidery, colored thread, and cloth backing.
Markings: Text on the front identifies "COMMANDER IN CHIEF ALLIED FORCES SOUTHERN EUROPE"; reverse is covered with folded backing fabric and a central paper layer used for mounting.
Actual Measurements: Diameter about 2.75 in.
Approximate use: Dress uniform or souvenir insignia for NATO or Allied Forces Southern Europe militaria collections or display.
Additional notes: Detailed bullion emblem suitable for framing, shadowbox presentation, or addition to a patch collection.
Condition: Patch is vintage with moderate overall age and handling wear. Front cream fabric shows age toning and scattered small spots, and the metallic bullion and edging cords have darkened. Lettering and central lion embroidery are intact with small thread frays and a loose strand at the lower edge. Reverse backing has paper loss, adhesive residue, old tape remains, and scattered stains from prior mounting.
