Canadian RCAF 407 Squadron Gold Border Colour Crest Patch Vintage

The Canadian RCAF 407 Squadron Gold Border Colour Crest Patch is a vintage insignia associated with the Royal Canadian Air Force’s 407 Squadron. This embroidered patch features the squadron’s full-colour crest, distinguished by a prominent gold border. The central design typically includes the squadron’s emblem, reflecting its historical role and heritage within the RCAF. Established during the Second World War, the 407 Squadron was originally a Coastal Strike unit and later participated in various patrol and reconnaissance operations. Patches of this type were commonly worn on uniforms to indicate unit affiliation and foster esprit de corps among service members. This vintage item is representative of mid- to late-20th-century Canadian military dress and insignia. It provides collectors and historians with a tangible link to the squadron’s operational history. The patch’s construction, with its quality embroidery and colour detailing, reflects the standards of military issue insignia from the period.