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I don't know the date and is this a thin strap or the other type its been used so the od has worn off the handle.   Stenciling is on the inside of the flap near the top so the piece of fabric in-between the head and handle.

Hey all! Earlier today I received a message from the daughter of Mr. Mahlig off Facebook stating she was interested in selling her father’s military items. I drove down a few hours later and picked up his entire grouping! As a Clevelander I could not be more happy to get another local soldiers grouping to display at local events. It seems he served into the 50s as well. His daughter stated he flew over Germany but that was all she knew.   One thing that stumps me is the Air Force patch with the 1 and the Cross of Lorraine, I’ve never seen it before.   My favorite part of the group has to be his baseball uniform. The daughter said he always loved the number 13, and the uniform was found in the bottom of his trunk. I believe the “Colonels” were probably a base team, but I will have to look further into it.   Research is still ongoing and if anyone can find information on Mr. Mahlig that would be great! I would love to be able to tell his full story to the community around Cleveland. Thanks all!  

Hello thanks ill get pictures of bothe sides I can say the white side has started flaking.

Jeep Guy,   For starters, you need to show a picture of the panel unfolded as these things tend to deteriorate and the "signal side" flakes apart.  I have had several of them over the years and that should help you with value.  A word of caution...be very careful opening the "lift-a-dot" fasteners as they will rip through the canvass.  I have always used a "butter knife" to facilitate opening the snaps.     OD

Most 5th AAF Silver Stars awarded over in Australia in 1942-43 are in the 14K range, but I have never seen a number list for them.    Kurt

This looks like a good wing to me.  I don't see a sterling mark so maybe gold on brass.  It does look like a raised Meyer shield on the back of the caduceus.

I was hoping someone would know what this is worth.

I was told when I acquired this flask that it was purchased in England during WWII by the original owner who was stationed there. I can't verify this so if you know when it was made let me know.   Also value please.

Signal panel provided look more orange on opposite side but still very vibrant with good stenciling and one minor tear on outer canvas.