U.S. jumpwing information please....
Article about: Fellow collectors, I just picked up a pair of U.S. jump wings at a local flea market and I need some background information. They are basic jump wings, WWII type, with a solid back (not stam
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U.S. jumpwing information please....
Fellow collectors,
I just picked up a pair of U.S. jump wings at a local flea market and I need some background information. They are basic jump wings, WWII type, with a solid back (not stamped) with pin and clasp. In relief in a circle on the back of the parachute are the words STERLING BY (G)RBER". I believe the first letter is a "G" but could be an "O".
I could not find any information about this maker on the web, or really any maker for that matter. My question is : Is this a WWII issued set of jumpwings or 50's vintage medal? Any information anyone can furnish would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
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Re: U.S. jumpwing information please....
Could you put some pictures up.
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Re: U.S. jumpwing information please....
It is sterling by Orber
end of war badge
A distinctive raised disc hallmark
ww2.
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Re: U.S. jumpwing information please....
Thank you Chris. This was a $5.00 purchase. Definitely got my money's worth. -Armond
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Thank you Chris. This was a $5.00 purchase. Definitely got my money's worth. -Armond
That is a very good deal.
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What a great find for only $5................!
I think it is an earlier badge, and very rare with this makers mark !
This is the first para badge I've come across displaying this maker.
It is occasionally seen on USAAF wings.
The letters are in a circle to reflect the 'Orb' aspect of the name and form a logo of sorts.
After a time the Orber company shared it's manufacturing dies with others and the
'Orber' name was obliterated. It appears as a mass of metal on later wings
where only the company name has been scratched out of the die.
I also think some collectors would pay $100.00 and possibly more for this pin !
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Re: U.S. jumpwing information please....
Thanks for the info Steve. This is good to know if I ever want to part with it.
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