{"product_id":"wwii-u-s-army-air-force-s-officer-shoulder-boardspair-first-lieutenant-black-wool-dress-uniform-epaulettes","title":"WWII U.S. Army Air Force’s Officer Shoulder Boards(Pair)-First Lieutenant-Black Wool Dress Uniform Epaulettes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd an authentic set of World War II U.S. Army Air Forces officer insignia to your collection with this original matched pair of First Lieutenant shoulder boards. These black wool dress epaulettes feature a single silver bullion rank star on each board, gold bullion trim across the upper edge, and gilt U.S. Army buttons at the pointed ends. The reverse retains the original leather attachment straps and hardware, making this a complete, display-worthy set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese shoulder boards would have been worn on the Army Air Forces dress or service uniform by a First Lieutenant during the WWII era. The combination of bullion embroidery, quality wool construction, and period hardware makes these an excellent addition for collectors of USAAF, Army officer uniforms, or WWII militaria.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal WWII U.S. Army Air Forces officer shoulder boards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatched pair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst Lieutenant rank (single silver bullion star)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack wool construction with gold bullion trim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal gilt U.S. Army eagle buttons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal leather mounting straps and hardware on reverse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive display piece for a WWII officer uniform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Very good original condition with light age and service wear. Bullion remains bright with only minor oxidation. Wool shows normal storage wear, and the leather attachment straps remain intact with expected age-related wear. One board retains an old inventory tag on the reverse. Overall, an attractive, complete original set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for restoring a WWII Army Air Forces officer uniform, building an officer insignia display, or adding to any advanced USAAF collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43252526055501,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/820B0DF9-CD5C-48D3-A7C9-D5CD7F0E366E.jpg?v=1784135636","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/wwii-u-s-army-air-force-s-officer-shoulder-boardspair-first-lieutenant-black-wool-dress-uniform-epaulettes","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}