Description

A colourful embroidered sew‑on badge featuring the Stars and Stripes, the national flag of the United States. Designed as a souvenir and emblem of identity, it captures the pride of mid‑20th‑century Americana and the tradition of collecting embroidered badges. A distinctive piece for fans of patriotic memorabilia, travel souvenirs, and vintage textiles.

National Identity & Souvenir Collectibles

The Stars and Stripes, adopted in 1777, symbolises the unity and heritage of the United States. By the mid‑20th century, the flag was widely celebrated in popular culture, tourism, and international exchange, appearing on souvenirs ranging from postcards to embroidered patches.

Sew‑on badges like this were popular among travellers, youth groups, and collectors, stitched onto jackets, rucksacks, or blankets as colourful tokens of affiliation and pride. They reflected both national identity and the global popularity of American symbols.

Enthusiasts of patriotic memorabilia, Americana souvenirs, and embroidered textiles continue to value these badges as nostalgic artefacts of mid‑century culture and the enduring symbolism of the U.S. flag