US Cold War Era, WWII Sub, USS Tirante, Crew Souvenir Buckle
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $45.00

Original era manufacture. Nice quality buckle of chromed alloy, with darkened lettering. Pair of 2.25 inch darkenedbrass finish Submariners dolphins on the front.Commissioned in 1944, the USS Tirante (SS-420) had an amazing first war patrol, earning for her commander the Medal of Honor, and the boat a Presidential Unit Citation.She continued to serve the USNavy until sold for scrap in 1974.