{"product_id":"brass-model-spitfire-aircraft-on-stand-with-duxford-battle-of-britain-1940-commemorative-medal","title":"Brass Model Spitfire Aircraft on Stand with Duxford Battle of Britain 1940 Commemorative Medal","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"719\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA brass model aircraft, believed to represent a Supermarine Spitfire, mounted on a simple display stand and offered together with a boxed Duxford Airfield commemorative medal.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eThe aircraft is cast in brass with a rotating three-bladed propeller and is mounted in a flying position on a shaped brass stand. It displays well and would make an attractive addition to a study, office or aviation collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003eIncluded is a boxed commemorative medal marked \u003cstrong data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003eBattle of Britain 1940\u003c\/strong\u003e on one side with an image of a Spitfire. The reverse bears the crest and wording:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eDUXFORD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eROYAL AIR FORCE STATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eVERITUS CELUM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003eThe presentation box is marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eDUXFORD AIRFIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eSOLID NICKEL SILVER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eAlthough not originally associated, the medal complements the aircraft well and both are included in the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8rs6hr\" data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eAircraft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ij3ykl\" data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eLength: 14 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eCommemorative Medal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sg5xzp\" data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eDiameter: 44 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pfehcl\" data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003eBoth pieces are in good vintage condition with light age-related wear consistent with use and display. The brass aircraft has an even aged patina and the propeller turns freely. The medal remains in its original presentation box, which has minor wear and rubbing to the exterior. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mcypea\" data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eOur Antique Forager Ethos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003eAt Antique Forager we carefully source antique and vintage pieces for their quality, craftsmanship and historical interest. 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