Customs Protection Official’s Shield certificate_of_authenticity The Irving Air Chute Company

The Irving Air Chute Company was formed in Buffalo

Early Twentieth Century period

stiletto style blade with a flat central ridge and a full length

Grade I) in silver gilt and enamels

Trident arrived for a refit on January 16

Customs Protection Official’s Shield certificate_of_authenticity The Irving Air Chute CompanyCustoms Protection Officials Shield Oval shaped, die struck shield in gilded aluminum, measuring 67. 5mm(w) x 83. 0mm(h), with inscription on top "Reichsfinanzverwaltung Zollgrenzschutz" (National Finance Administration Customs Border Guard), shield is numbered at the bottom, it has holes on sides for attachment to a sleeve, in worn condition.