[matty39]

Sorry for the tardiness of this reply, but I just got back from an eight day vacation. When I opened my package with the framed four pennants any concerns I may have had about authenticity evaporated. By having the pennants in hand and examining the frame I had no doubts I had the real deal. The felt on several of the pennants was faded on the front side due to light exposure. The frame was not the original but had been re-purposed to house the pennants. But it was obvious from the rust on the nails and the dryness of the backing that the pennants had been in the frame for many years. In fact the original picture that had been in the frame had been used to strengthen the backing. I am sorry if initially I over reacted to some of your questions of authenticity. Right now I am feeling much more secure. Thanks, jim