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51/4x51/4 in size excellent shape from early 1900's
Questions & Comments
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Hi :)
What material is the patch made of please?
Is it thin compared to newer patches?
Thanks and good luck with your auction!
Mar 5th, 2013 at 5:46:04 AM PST by
Original
I dont know what they are made of and yes they are a thin material. Thanks so much:)
Mar 5th, 2013 at 6:35:15 PM PST by
Original
Hi...just to let you know, these are called tobacco blankets, made of felt....they were given out with tobacco purchases in the early 1900's....the reason they got the name blanket is because back then, people would sew them together to make a lap blanket for games......a very nice collectible...
Mar 10th, 2013 at 5:06:53 AM PDT by

vintage patch is in the Antiques category