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Sun, Mar 19, 2023 12:00PM EDT - Sun, Apr 2, 2023 04:00PM EDT
Lot 83

WWII Blood Chit "Escape Flag"

Estimate: $250 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$50 $10
$200 $25
$1,000 $50
$3,000 $100
Blood Chits were provided in U.S. pilot survival kits in the pacific during WWII. They were a message for Chinese civilians that the downed pilot was friendly and rewards would be given for assistance. Pilots would often sew them to jackets or flight suits to be sure they always had it, it was the only way to communicate who they were to most locals. Dimensions: Chit: 9.75"h x 7.75"w, frame: 15"h x 12.5"w Processing and shipping within the continental U.S $40 plus a 1.5% insurance fee.

Condition

Has fold creases and light wear. very fine condition over all.