WWII Messerschmitt Me 262 Relic Plaque - Full Color 8"x10"-Historical Display Plaques-Aces In Action: The Workshop of Artist Craig Tinder

WWII Messerschmitt Me 262 Relic Plaque - Full Color 8"x10"

Name: WWII Messerschmitt Me 262 Relic Plaque - Full Color 8"x10"
Brand: Aces In Action
SKU: PL-680031-C
Price: 99.99 USD
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WWII Messerschmitt Me 262 Relic Plaque - Full Color 8"x10"

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WWII Messerschmitt Me-262 Historical Plaque IN FULL COLOR- w/ Actual Relic on an 8"x10" Display Plaque

From the Workshop of Artist Craig Tinder - Appreciate the art, learn the story, feel the history.

This is a unique opportunity to own an actual relic of a Messerschmitt Me-262 that was recovered near the town of Olomouc, Czechoslovakia. This relic was acquired directly from the source and has NEVER been in collectors’ circulation.

This 8” x 10” (20 x 25 cm) historical plaque combines this rare artifact, along with the story of the piece, and a beautifully detailed illustration created by artist Craig Tinder.

One of the most revolutionary aviation advancement during the World War II, The Messerschmitt Me 262 Schwalbe (Swallow) became the world’s first operational jet-powered aircraft, fulfilling multiple variant roles including fighter, defensive interceptor, and bomber. Only 1,400 Me 262s would join the defense of the Third Reich resulting in a mere 553 Allied aircraft destroyed. The production of Me 262s was dispersed amongst several subcontractors throughout occupied Europe in order to evade destruction from allied bombers.

In May 1945, 4-meter aluminum sheets from an Me 262 production line were removed by a fleeing Czech worker to be used later as roofing material for his barns near the town of Olomouc, Czechoslovakia. This artifact was cut from one of those sheets in 2021, which still includes the original AWS (Aluminum Walzwerke Singen) manufacturer stamp marking - 3116.5.

Own a piece of history and a part of the limited series of Historical Relic Plaques from the Workshop of Artist, Craig Tinder. Each plaque includes:

-Piano black wood base with removable kickstand - ready to hang on wall or stand upright
-Metallic Fine Art Illustration by Artist Craig Tinder
-Actual authenticated fragment from a Messerschmitt Me-262 (actual fragment varies - photo is of a representative sample and will vary slightly)
-Historical data plate providing provenance and all known historical details about the relic
-Includes a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the Artist, Craig Tinder

Very limited quantities on hand - once these sell out, they’re gone!

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Accessories in photos are not included - Includes a wood plaque, art panel, and historical artifact.

This item is handmade by artist, Craig Tinder. Available to ship worldwide!

Known Relic History

May 1945 - Aluminum wing skins and sheets from an Me 262 production line were removed by a fleeing Czech worker when German production ceased at the end of the war. Using a cart and horse, the sheeting was taken to the worker's property and was used as roofing material. Aces In Action was able to acquire most of the roofing material in 2021 which had been used as wing skins on the latest production aircraft. Fortunately, the sheets had been installed with the stamping side down, thus saving the precious markings from the elemtns.

Each relic included with the canvas print was removed from one of those sheets in 2021, which still clearly includes the original AWS (Aluminum Walzwerke Singen) Eagle 3116.5 manufacturer stamp. Me 262 Relic used in "Untouchable Pursuit" Print

Me 262 AWS 3116.5 Aluminum

Visible Eagle AWS markings inside wing skins

Me 262 Relic as used in "Untouchable Pursuit" Print

Disclaimer

By purchasing from Aces In Action, you acknowledge that the product may vary slightly from the images on our website. We use authentic materials from military vehicles and relics, which may contain potentially hazardous substances. These items are not intended for ingestion, inhalation, or use by children. Aces In Action is an independent company, unaffiliated with or endorsed by any other organizations. All names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification only, in accordance with the Lanham Act. Their use does not imply any official endorsement.