{"product_id":"1977-michigan-deer-hunter-patch","title":"1977 Michigan DNR Successful Deer Hunter Patch Original Green Hunting Award","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis original 1977 Michigan DNR Successful Deer Hunter Patch is a 3 inch square embroidered hunting award with a bright green background, dark brown border, and orange and brown deer hunting design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patch is in good vintage condition with strong colors, readable lettering, and a small stain. The back shows exposed embroidery threads, loose thread ends, and wear consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichigan's Department of Natural Resources began its Successful Deer Hunter patch program in 1972. Hunters who brought harvested deer to official check stations helped the state collect information about Michigan's deer population and received an annual patch in return. This 1977 example represents an early year of that longstanding Michigan hunting tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-patches-embroidered-badges\" title=\"1977 Michigan Successful Deer Hunter Patch\"\u003e1977 Michigan Successful Deer Hunter Patch\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Embroidered hunting award patch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1977\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Embroidered textile with woven mesh backing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright green, dark brown, black, and safety orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker and Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Michigan DNR Successful Deer Hunter program. No manufacturer's label visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern or Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1977 Successful Deer Hunter annual patch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1970s Michigan hunting memorabilia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 inches by 3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original period-style mesh backing, embroidered 77 date, hunter and deer design, brown stitched border, and SUCCESSFUL DEER MICHIGAN HUNTER lettering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e This original 1977 hunting patch retains its bright colors and recognizable design, with minor staining and thread wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe green embroidered background remains bright and evenly colored across most of the front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll four words, SUCCESSFUL, DEER, MICHIGAN, and HUNTER, remain readable in black embroidery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe orange 77 date remains clearly visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe central brown deer design and orange hunter illustration retain their embroidered detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dark brown stitched border remains attached around the entire patch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe square shape is intact, with gently rounded corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe reverse shows the open woven mesh backing and exposed embroidery threads associated with older embroidered patches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 1977 date identifies this as an early example from Michigan's Successful Deer Hunter program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe compact 3 inch size makes this patch suitable for a hunting memorabilia display, patch collection, or framed arrangement of Michigan outdoor history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small area of staining or discoloration is present on the patch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeveral loose thread ends are visible on the reverse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe backing shows age-related discoloration and uneven coloring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe brown stitched border has minor fuzzing and thread wear, particularly along the lower edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome embroidery threads on the reverse have a worn or flattened appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight handling wear is visible along the edges and corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you collect Michigan DNR hunting patches, this original 1977 Successful Deer Hunter award offers an early piece of the state's deer hunting history. Its bright green background, orange date, and period mesh backing make it a recognizable addition to a collection of Michigan hunting memorabilia. If it's the one you've been looking for, it's ready to come home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50666239623423,"sku":"B5-T15-3581","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/1977_Michigan_Successful_Deer_Hunter_Patch.jpg?v=1792105124","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/1977-michigan-deer-hunter-patch","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}