Embroidered Izoard Pass 2360m patch old vintage mountain cycling

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Description

Antique embroidered coat of arms-shaped patch, depicting the Col d'Izoard, altitude 2360 m. The visible side shows a black background enhanced with golden embroidery forming an ornamental frame. In the center, a vividly colored embroidered scene represents the famous landscape of the pass: a brown ibex on the left, a stylized gray monument in the center, green and white mountains in the background, and a blue sky with white clouds. The inscription "COL D’IZOARD 2360 m" is clearly legible at the top, embroidered in white thread on a black background. The overall aesthetic is typical of tourist patches from the 1960s-1970s.

The richly detailed motif highlights the alpine fauna with the ibex head, emblematic of the massif, and the characteristic landscape of the pass. The colors are bold: vivid green for the mountains, blue for the sky, gold and brown for the animal, gray and white for the monument and snow. The golden border, with baroque patterns, adds a touch of classic retro elegance.

The surface of the patch is flat, without particular relief, and the whole appears well preserved. The thread weave is tight, indicating careful embroidery work. No manufacturer's logo is visible on the displayed side. This type of patch was traditionally sewn onto jackets, bags, or jerseys, especially in the context of cycling or mountain hiking.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side shows no major apparent defects; the colors remain vibrant, the embroidery is intact, with no pulled threads or notable wear. Presented on a white background for the photo, without accessories.

Did you know? The Col d’Izoard, located in the Hautes-Alpes, is famous for its lunar landscapes and its emblematic role in the history of cycling, particularly during the Tour de France. The monument depicted on the patch evokes the commemorative stele dedicated to cyclists, erected at the summit of the pass.

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