A bold little trio of American history—three vintage-style “Flags of Defiance” patches featuring Gadsden, Commodore Perry, and Fort Moultrie.
Details
Set includes (3) embroidered patches (sold as a bundle)
∙ Patch 1: “DON’T GIVE UP THE SHIP” / Commodore Perry (navy blue + gold)
∙ Patch 2: “DON’T TREAD ON ME” / Gadsden (gold + snake)
∙ Patch 3: LIBERTY / Fort Moultrie (blue field + crescent)
∙ Measurements: approx. 3” x 3” each
∙ Construction: embroidered design with gold merrowed border and gauze/mesh-style backing
∙ Notable detail: each patch has a small gold thread loop/stitch at the bottom edge (visible in photos)
∙ Color notes: rich navy, bright gold/yellow, crisp white, and red lettering—high contrast and easy to see from across a room
Condition
∙ Fronts present clean and bold with strong color and readable text
∙ Backs show mesh/gauze backing with a few loose thread tails and light handling/storage wear (see photos)
∙ Edges look intact with no major fraying noted
Collector’s Notes
These designs pull from early American historical flags and mottos—Gadsden, Commodore Perry’s “Don’t Give Up the Ship,” and the Fort Moultrie “Liberty” crescent—a great crossover set for history buffs and patch collectors. (These designs are commonly sold as part of “Flags of Defiance” style patch collections.)
Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show minor signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact piece you’ll receive — please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.
Note: These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.
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