Museum-Quality Pre-1941 Vintage Miami, Florida Extra Large (XL) 35" Felt Souvenir Pennant – Incredible Die-Cut Letters & Multi-Layered Stitched Alligator Applique
Up for sale is an exceptionally rare, museum-grade piece of American travel history: an authentic, pre-WWII felt tourist pennant from Miami, Florida, dating back to the 1930s. This item comes from a historic private collection of an individual who lived in the USA and brought these flags to Germany before 1941.
*** IMPORTANT SIZE NOTE ***
This is a rare, hard-to-find Extra Large (XL) exhibition-size display pennant! It measures a massive 90 cm (approx. 35 inches) in length, making it significantly larger and much scarcer than standard tourist pennants of that era.
*** PRESTIGE CRAFTSMANSHIP DETAILS ***
Unlike cheaper printed souvenirs, this piece features master-level textile craftsmanship of the 1930s:
1. Die-Cut / Cut-Out Letters: The letters "MIAMI FLA." are completely cut out from the alligator's body, allowing the red background felt of the pennant to show through.
2. Stitched Felt Applique: The massive alligator figure is crafted from a separate thick cream-colored layer of felt with embossed scales, which is meticulously stitched/sewn directly onto the red base felt along the entire border.
Item Details:
- Size: Huge display size, exactly 90 cm / 35 inches long (see photos with measuring tape).
- Colors: Rich red felt body with contrasting cream felt alligator applique and cream header band.
- Condition: Outstanding museum-grade vintage condition for a textile item that is nearly 90 years old. The felt remains thick and strong. The stitching and die-cut edges are perfectly intact, crisp, and beautifully preserved with a gorgeous authentic patina.
An absolute grail find for serious collectors of Florida memorabilia, vintage alligator/crocodile design, Americana, and elite pre-war US travel souvenirs!
Please look at all the pictures closely to appreciate the magnificent craftsmanship and condition.
Ships safely and securely (flat or loosely rolled in a large box, never folded) from Germany with tracking. International shipping available. Feel free to ask any questions!