Details
∙ Theme: Indianapolis / Indy 500 “Festival 500” souvenir-style racing patch (dated 1972)
∙ Design: crossed black-and-white checkered flags + yellow race car with red driver helmet
∙ Text: “FESTIVAL 500” and “1972” (bottom includes Indianapolis in silver metallic thread)
∙ Size: approx. 4" x 3"
∙ Build: embroidered patch with red merrowed border and a mesh/gauze-style backing (older patch style)
∙ Color notes: bright red border, white background, black/white flags, yellow car, and a touch of silver at the bottom—high contrast and easy to display
Condition
∙ Front embroidery presents clean and readable with strong color
∙ Back shows visible mesh backing and loose/long thread tails (pictured)
∙ Light age/storage wear typical of vintage patches
Collector’s Notes
The 500 Festival is Indianapolis’ long-running community celebration tied to the Indianapolis 500 (founded in 1957), and dated patches like this are fun “year markers” for Indy and motorsport collectors.
Disclaimer
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