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Title:
1943 WWII US Navy Aerial Shellback Certificate PBY-5A 05028 Parker Framed
Description:
Framed “Ancient Order of the Deep” Aerial Shellback certificate documenting an equator crossing aboard aircraft PBY-5A 05028, north of Belém, Brazil.
The certificate names Lt. D. G. Parker, U.S.N. and appears dated January 19, 1943. Detailed artwork features a large winged bird, globe, sea creatures, and mermaids, with signatures beneath “Davy Jones” and “Neptunus Rex.”
• Approximately 8 × 10 inches overall, including frame
• Black frame with glass front
• Signatures appear different in color from the printed design; whether hand-signed is unverified
• Attractive naval aviation display piece
Condition:
Preowned with visible paper toning, scattered spotting, and frame wear. Brown paper backing has tears and edge deterioration. Not examined outside the frame. Age, signatures, and provenance have not been independently authenticated.
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