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U.S. Naval Air Station Dirigible Pillow Sham

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Transportation Start Price:40.00 USD Estimated At:160.00 - 180.00 USD
U.S. Naval Air Station Dirigible Pillow Sham
<B>U.S. Naval Air Station Dirigible Pillow Sham.</B></I> Dating from the 1930s, measuring about 16.5" x 15.5"; constructed of purple satin with a decorative gold cotton rope border, centered on the top is a machine-embroidered U.S. Navy dirigible surrounded by the words "U.S. Naval Air Station" and "Lighter-than-Air". The top has uniformly faded from exposure to the sun; otherwise, it is in very good condition exhibiting no tears or rips. Pillow shams were a popular souvenir to send to mom or a sweetheart during the 1930s through WWII. This is a wonderfully evocative piece from an era when majestic airships captivated the public imagination.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Large Flat (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)