{"product_id":"1978-michigan-deer-hunter-patch","title":"1978 Michigan DNR Successful Deer Hunter Patch Original Yellow Orange Deer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis original 1978 Michigan DNR Successful Deer Hunter Patch is a 3 inch square embroidered hunting award featuring a bright yellow background, orange border, and brown and white buck design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patch is in good vintage condition with bright colors, readable lettering, and no noticeable stains. The embroidered border remains intact, with minor thread wear and loose threads visible on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichigan began its Successful Deer Hunter patch program in 1972, giving hunters an annual embroidered patch when they brought harvested deer to official check stations. The program helped the state gather information about Michigan's deer population. This 1978 patch represents the sixth year of that tradition and offers a small piece of Michigan's hunting history.\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=\"Original 1978 Michigan Successful Deer Hunter Patch\"\u003eOriginal 1978 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 1978\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 yellow, hunter orange, dark brown, and white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker and Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Michigan Successful Deer Hunter program. No manufacturer's label visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern or Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978 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 Embroidered 1978 date, brown and white buck illustration, bright orange stitched border, yellow background, and SUCCESSFUL MICHIGAN DEER 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 1978 Michigan hunting patch retains its bright original colors, recognizable deer illustration, and complete embroidered border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe yellow fabric background remains bright across the front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe orange embroidered border surrounds all four sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe words SUCCESSFUL MICHIGAN DEER HUNTER remain clearly readable in dark brown embroidery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe orange 1978 date is prominently displayed in the lower left corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe buck illustration retains its dark brown antlers, face, body, and white accents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe deer's raised tail remains clearly defined in the lower center of the design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe embroidered details retain their texture and color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe square shape is intact, with slightly rounded corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe woven backing remains attached across the reverse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo noticeable stains are present on the front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe patch is suitable for a framed hunting memorabilia display or a collection of Michigan annual deer hunting patches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor surface wear is visible along the embroidered border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe upper edge has a small area of darker discoloration near the center.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall dark specks are visible on the yellow background.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA few loose thread ends are visible on the reverse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe reverse shows exposed embroidery threads and slight unevenness in the backing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor fuzzing and thread irregularities are visible along portions of the orange border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo significant staining is visible on the front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you collect Michigan DNR hunting patches, this original 1978 Successful Deer Hunter award offers the bright yellow and orange design used during the early years of the program. Its readable embroidery and recognizable buck illustration make it a good addition to a collection of Michigan outdoor history. 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":50666316923135,"sku":"B5-T15-3598","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Original_1978_Michigan_Successful_Deer_Hunter_Patch.jpg?v=1792105240","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/1978-michigan-deer-hunter-patch","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}