Offered here is a rare and historically significant sterling silver presentation mirror dated 1927, awarded to Lieutenant Albert F. Hegenberger, the navigator of the first successful nonstop flight from California to Hawaii.

This commemorative piece was presented by the Milwaukee Association of Commerce in recognition of the groundbreaking transpacific flight completed on July 19, 1927—a major milestone in aviation history.

Details:

• Material: Solid Sterling Silver (marked)

• Year: 1927

• Recipient: Lt. Albert F. Hegenberger

• Event: First successful California to Hawaii flight

• Presented by: Milwaukee Association of Commerce

Historical Significance:
Lt. Hegenberger, along with pilot Lester Maitland, completed first successful California to Hawaii flight, paving the way for modern transpacific aviation. Pieces directly associated with this achievement are scarce and highly collectible.

This is a museum-worthy aviation collectible, ideal for collectors of:

• Early aviation memorabilia

• Military history

• Sterling silver presentation pieces

• Historic awards and commemoratives

A truly unique and important artifact from the golden age of aviation.