Eclectic Collections, November 2022

LARGE WORLD WAR 2 PHOTOGRAPH YP-61 BLACK WIDOW IN FLIGHT

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Start price: $10

Estimated price: $40 - $60

Buyer's premium: 20%

19 1/2" by 24". plane number 118877. this plane is believed to be one of the first planes of this type off the line and to the military. possibly active in the 348th night fighter squadron and then others. First flight of this model was may 26 1942. 706 total built. designed specifically for night fighting. cardboard backing starting to fray at corners. unknown stain to photo under plane. the back has whiting that possibly says Capt Shirley or Shirley #12. also on the back you can see water staining.