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This vintage USS Prairie Destroyer Tender plaque is a stunning piece of militaria that any collector would be proud to own. Featuring a dedication to the Dixie-class destroyer, USS Prairie, this plaque is a must-have for anyone with an interest in naval history. Whether you’re a collector looking for a new addition to your collection or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of this unique piece, this plaque is sure to impress. The USS Prairie (AD-15) was a Dixie-class destroyer tender built just before the start of WWII for the U. The USS Prairie was decommissioned after over 52 years of service on 26 March 1993 at L. Navy other than USS Constitution. Please be sure to expand and read the condition description as there may be condition issues you will want to know about. Also, please be sure to view all the pic. Tures as they are part of the description and may include a ruler for size reference. If you have any questions regarding this item, please feel free to ask! Thanks for your business, hope to deal with you again.

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I continued to collect memorabilia even after my enlistment was over but now it’s time for someone else to enjoy it all. Here’s a rundown of what’s included in the sale. An envelope stamped by the post office on the day Prairie was commissioned on August 5, 1940. An envelope stamped by the post office on the day Prairie was decomissioned on March 26, 1993. A first class petty officer ball cap patch. A small USS Prairie Oldest and Best key chain (charm is not especially clear). An unused Oldest and Best/Don’t Tread On Me bumper sticker. A photocopy of a “Prairie Schooner” newsletter from September, 1945. Photos and telegrams pertaining to Prairie’s open house Hong Kong in January 1987. An original Los Angeles Times article about the Prairie dated August 10, 1986. A Navy Times article about Prairie’s 47th birthday dated October 5, 1987. Another article about Prairie’s 47th birthday. A history of the USS Prairie written in 1971. Photocopies of articles and clippings that appeared in various publications in 1942 and 1944. A complete issue of Sea Classics magazine in which Prairie was featured on the cover in October, 1991. A complete Life magazine issue dated September 14, 1942 which contains an article about a fire on board Prairie. 21 complete issues of “The Prairie Barker” newsletter published between August 1985 and May 1987, preserved in plastic notebook sleeves. Let me know if you want me to sign the cruise book, since I was its author! All the Prairie Barkers and some of the clippings will be in a binder. The other items will be in an envelope. Overseas OK as long as I can track. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Militaria (Date Unknown)\Navy”. The seller is “donnasattic” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Type: Memorabilia
• Force: Navy
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Theme: Militaria
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Modified Item: No

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This plaque measures 16″ x 10″ and is quite nice. Perfect for anyone who served or whose family member served on the USS Prairie. The plaque is nice but does have a number of scratches and staining. Still, this is a one of a kind item and you won’t be seeing another one. My apologies for any reflections you may see on the plaque but I had trouble getting a photo without me or the ceiling in the photo. I’m also happy to arrange local pick-up in Fairhaven MA. I encourage you to look at my other auctions for a wide variety of items. I often sell glass, pottery, books, art, and other unusual items one may find at yard sales and estate sales. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Militaria (Date Unknown)\Navy”. The seller is “templeton1″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Type: Sign
• Force: Navy

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VTG70s Gunne Sax Navy Calico lace up bodice festival midi dress size 5/XS Estate find, will need to be cleaned. Like most of the Gunne dresses, this one has many styles and details rolled into one. Navy calico cotton, polka dot cotton, cream lace and navy velvet. Sweetheart neckline and laced bodice. Cuffed Bishop sleeves, midi cut, puff shoulders, peplum waist. Renaissance Revival, Prairie Cottagecore Festival Hippie Wedding Dress has a mild “Vintage” smell from storage. Will need to be cleaned. The front bodice polka dot fabric will need to be glued or stitched down- dress wasn’t granted a wide enough hem and it has started to come undone over the decades. No holes, fabric is nice and dark. Measuring 13″ across shoulders, 15″ across bust, 11.5″ across, shoulder to waist 14.5″, shoulder to hem 45″, waist to hem 32.5″, armpit to cuff 19.5″, shoulder to cuff 26.75″. The item “VTG 70s Gunne Sax Navy Calico lace up bodice prairie midi dress size 5/XS” is in sale since Monday, November 1, 2021. This item is in the category “Clothing, Shoes & Accessories\Specialty\Vintage\Women’s Vintage Clothing\Dresses”. The seller is “kincaidoxnrd2012″ and is located in Chino Valley, Arizona. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay.

• Waist Size: 22″
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Hip Size: n/a
• Style: Prairie
• Look: Bohemian
• Decade: 1970s
• Chest Size: 15″ across
• Material: Cotton
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Shoulder to Shoulder: 113″
• Color: Navy blue
• Size (Women’s): XS/ vintag size 5
• Occasion: Casual
• Brand: Gunne Sax
• Waist to Hem: 32.5″
• Shoulder to Hem: 45″
• Size Type: Juniors

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VTG70s Gunne Sax Navy Calico lace up bodice festival midi dress size 5/XS Estate find, will need to be cleaned. Like most of the Gunne dresses, this one has many styles and details rolled into one. Navy calico cotton, polka dot cotton, cream lace and navy velvet. Sweetheart neckline and laced bodice. Cuffed Bishop sleeves, midi cut, puff shoulders, peplum waist. Renaissance Revival, Prairie Cottagecore Festival Hippie Wedding Dress has a mild “Vintage” smell from storage. Will need to be cleaned. The front bodice polka dot fabric will need to be glued or stitched down- dress wasn’t granted a wide enough hem and it has started to come undone over the decades. No holes, fabric is nice and dark. Measuring 13″ across shoulders, 15″ across bust, 11.5″ across, shoulder to waist 14.5″, shoulder to hem 45″, waist to hem 32.5″, armpit to cuff 19.5″, shoulder to cuff 26.75″. The item “VTG 70s Gunne Sax Navy Calico lace up bodice prairie midi dress size 5/XS” is in sale since Monday, October 11, 2021. This item is in the category “Clothing, Shoes & Accessories\Specialty\Vintage\Women’s Vintage Clothing\Dresses”. The seller is “kincaidoxnrd2012″ and is located in Chino Valley, Arizona. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay.

• Waist Size: 22″
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Hip Size: n/a
• Style: Prairie
• Look: Bohemian
• Decade: 1970s
• Chest Size: 15″ across
• Material: Cotton
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Shoulder to Shoulder: 113″
• Color: Navy blue
• Size (Women’s): XS/ vintag size 5
• Occasion: Casual
• Brand: Gunne Sax
• Waist to Hem: 32.5″
• Shoulder to Hem: 45″
• Size Type: Juniors

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This Gunny Sax dress came from a gal who owned it since the 70s. She took excellent care of her vintage clothing. It is in excellent condition, which only one exception, a small age spot on the sleeve. My model is a size small, 5′ 8 for reference. I cannot see the actual size on the dress tag. Measurements are taken flat. Pit to Pit – 17.5. Waist – 14.5. Sleeve length – 28. Length of dress – 46.5. Dress opening at the bottom – 56.5. Comes from a smoke and pet free home. The item “Gunny Sax Vintage Prairie Dress Maxi Boho Navy & Cream Size Small Excellent Cond” is in sale since Sunday, August 8, 2021. This item is in the category “Clothing, Shoes & Accessories\Specialty\Vintage\Women’s Vintage Clothing\Dresses”. The seller is “beadsister” and is located in Schofield, Wisconsin. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Chest Size: 34
• Occasion: Special Occasion
• Waist Size: 29
• Decade: 1970s
• Color: Navy and Cream
• Material: Cotton
• MPN: Does Not Apply
• Size (Women’s): S
• Modified Item: No
• Brand: Gunne Sax
• Size Type: Juniors
• Style: Maxi
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Look: Victorian
• Shoulder to Shoulder: 14
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Shoulder to Hem: 46.5

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Vintage 70s Gunne Sax country prairie midi dress. Tailored empire bodice with lace up corset tie chest. Fitted waist with attached sash and sweeping skirt. Navy blue cotton with tiny calico floral print. Dress zips up the back. Model is 5’9″ and measures 32″ bust, 25″ waist, 36″ hips. Belts/accessories are not included unless noted in the description. The item “Vtg 70s Gunne Sax Dress Navy Calico Tiny Floral Prairie Corset Lace Midi Mini” is in sale since Sunday, May 23, 2021. This item is in the category “Clothing, Shoes & Accessories\Specialty\Vintage\Women’s Vintage Clothing\Dresses”. The seller is “americanarchive” and is located in Encinitas, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Style: Prairie
• Decade: 1970s
• Material: 100% Cotton
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Color: Blue
• Size (Women’s): S
• Occasion: Casual
• Brand: Gunne Sax
• Size Type: Regular

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Vintage 70s Gunne Sax country prairie midi dress. Tailored empire bodice with lace up corset tie chest. Fitted waist with attached sash and sweeping skirt. Navy blue cotton with tiny calico floral print. Hip pockets and zips up the back. Model is 5’10” and measures 32″ bust, 23″ waist, 35″ hips Belts/accessories are not included unless noted in the description. The item “Vtg 70s Gunne Sax Dress Navy Calico Tiny Floral Pockets Prairie Corset Midi Maxi” is in sale since Thursday, January 28, 2021. This item is in the category “Clothing, Shoes & Accessories\Specialty\Vintage\Women’s Vintage Clothing\Dresses”. The seller is “americanarchive” and is located in Encinitas, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Style: Maxi
• Decade: 1970s
• Material: 100% Cotton
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Color: Blue
• Size (Women’s): M/L
• Brand: Gunne Sax
• Size Type: Regular

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