Vintage embroidered Faucille Pass patch, retro mountain textile badge

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Description

Embroidered textile patch depicting the Col de la Faucille, presented on the visible side in the shape of a shield. The border is highlighted by a golden yellow trim, while the background is bright blue. The patch features a detailed mountain scene: at the top, the inscription "COL DE LA FAUCILLE 1323 M" is embroidered in white thread, against a background of gray and white peaks evoking snow. In the foreground, a brown and yellow mountain chalet appears against a backdrop of green fir trees and a winding path, all under a blue sky. The entire design is made with dense, meticulous embroidery, typical of souvenir patches from the 1970s to 1980s.

The thick, regular blue border reinforces the structure of the badge. The details of the landscape, particularly the texture of the trees and the nuances of thread, attest to quality textile work, characteristic of vintage tourist patches. No brand logo is visible on the presented side. The shield shape, with its rounded lower tip, is classic for this type of resort or mountain pass badge.

The graphic style, vibrant color palette, and embroidered typography are typical of souvenir patches distributed in mountain shops and tourist offices during the second half of the 20th century. The item is designed to be sewn or ironed onto clothing or a bag, a common use for textile badges of this period.

No size indication is present in the photo or keywords, but the compact shape and flat appearance are suitable for application on a jacket, backpack, or pencil case. The visible side shows no apparent defects: the threads are well-tensioned, the colors remain vibrant, and the embroidery shows no obvious wear.

The precise inscription "COL DE LA FAUCILLE 1323 M" identifies this Alpine pass in the Franco-Swiss Jura, known to mountain enthusiasts. This type of patch was often brought back as a souvenir or as a sign of having crossed a high-altitude pass.

Condition

Used item, sold as is, as visible in the photo. The front side shows no stains, snags, or pulled threads, and the embroidery remains crisp.

Did you know? The Col de la Faucille, located in the Jura massif, culminates at 1323 meters. It is renowned for its panoramic view of Mont Blanc on clear days and has long been a strategic passage between France and Switzerland. Embroidered patches of mountain passes and resorts were particularly popular in the 1970s-1980s as souvenirs of hikes or snow stays.

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