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Rare beautifully PRESERVED WWII CHINA-INDIA-BURMA Goat Leather BLOOD CHIT, PROFESSIONALLY MATTED AND FRAMED - $3K APPRAISAL VALUE!
ITEM DESCRIPTION:
An authentic relic from the battlefields of WWII, this China-India-Burma Blood Chit was once sewn on the back of pilot’s jackets identifying the bearer as an ally in need of aid. The American term “Blood Chit,” is derived from the Chinese expression “Life Payment,” indicating that the rescuer would be rewarded for the preservation of the wearer’s life.
Notably worn by the Flying Tigers, a WWII volunteer American airforce group, genuine goat leather Blood Chits such as these are distinctively dated between 1940 and 1941 shortly after allyship of Chinese and American forces following Japanese attacks on Pearl Harbor.
Although the adjacent American and Chinese flags on the upper-half of the Chit is a common identifier of the date and locational use of the Chit; Each and every blood chit is completely unique in design due to its handmade nature. Common messages on Blood Chits read: “Dear friend, I am an Allied fighter. I did not come here to do any harm to you who are my friends. I only want to do harm to the Japanese and chase them away from this country as quickly as possible. If you will assist me, my government will sufficiently reward you when the Japanese are driven away.”
This stunning piece of history has been impeccably preserved for the better part of the century showing absolutely no signs of use or damage post-war and is professionally matted and framed.
This item will ship exactly as photographed in Extremely Fine Condition. It also comes with:
FREE $3,000.00 Certified Insurance Appraisal, &
Certificate of Authenticity!
This piece can be viewed at our Brand New gallery APR57 at 200 W 57th Street, New York, NY 10019. We ship anywhere around the world! This item is also available for local pickup at our gallery.
Appraisal Value: $3,000.00
Our Price: $750.00
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Title: |
Rare beautifully PRESERVED WWII CHINA-INDIA-BURMA Goat Leather BLOOD CHIT, PROFESSIONALLY MATTED AND FRAMED |
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Medium: |
Goat Leather |
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Year: |
1940 |
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Country / Origin: |
United States |
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Frame Type: |
Wood Frame |
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Dimensions without Frame: |
Approx. 12" inches (wide) x 10" inches (high) |
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Dimensions with Frame: |
Approx. 14" inches (wide) x 15" inches (high) |
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Medium: |
Goat Leather |
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Condition: |
Extremely Fine |
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Appraisal Value: |
Comes with $3,000.00 Certified Insurance Appraisal Certificate |
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