Vintage authentic military golden Air Force shoulder board

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

The military textile item shown in the photo is an epaulet or shoulder board from the French Air Force, recognizable by its black background and embroidered insignia featuring a stylized golden wing. This piece has a vertical band composed of three golden and red stripes, typical of officer or aircrew insignia in the French military aviation.

The object's surface shows a dark textile texture, with clear and neat golden embroidery. The central motif, a stylized wing, is finely executed in golden thread, highlighting the official and regulatory nature of the piece. The vertical band on the right, made of golden and red threads, provides an additional identification touch for rank or function.

The overall shape is rectangular with straight edges and slightly rounded corners. The textile finish is matte, without excessive shine, which is common for vintage uniform accessories. No additional markings or inscriptions are visible on the front shown.

The photo shows the epaulet placed on a white background, which highlights the dark color of the textile and contrasts with the golden embroidery. The general condition appears good, with some slight marks of use or storage visible on the dark surface, without major apparent defects on the visible side.

This type of accessory was intended to be attached to the shoulder of a military uniform, allowing for quick identification of the corps and, depending on the number of stripes, the rank. Its style and construction suggest a 20th-century manufacture, probably mid or second half, consistent with the standards of the French Air Force.

Condition

Used item sold as is, showing slight traces of use or storage on the visible side, with no apparent structural defects.

Did you know? The golden wing insignia is a traditional mark of French Air Force aircrew. This type of stripe has been an integral part of the regulation uniform since the first half of the 20th century, with every detail of embroidery and color corresponding to a precise code for identifying ranks and functions in military aviation.

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