Original USMC Embroidered EGA Cotton Polo Shirt – Size Large, Made in USA
Description
Polo shirts bearing official Marine Corps insignia serve as standard casual and off-duty attire for USMC service members, veterans, and base personnel. Procured through the military Post Exchange (PX) and Marine Corps Exchange (MCX) retail network as private-purchase apparel, these garments adhered to strict standards of domestic production.
Historical Context and Provenance This garment is a prime example of base-procured USMC apparel manufactured in the United States for sale across domestic and overseas military installations. Sourced from preserved warehouse stock.
Specific Details, Markings, and Material Condition
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Fabric & Construction: Heavyweight 100% cotton piqué knit in an oatmeal/heather tone. Accented with contrast-knit ribbed collar and sleeve cuffs featuring subtle horizontal striping.
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Chest Insignia: High-density direct embroidery positioned on the left chest depicting the official USMC Eagle, Globe, and Anchor (EGA) emblem in subdued tactical tones.
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Labels & Markings: The interior collar features the primary woven label reading Country Cottons Circa 1935, accompanied by a specification tag denoting 100% COTTON, size L, and origin MADE IN U.S.A.
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Cut & Styling: Traditional polo silhouette featuring a front button placket and side-vented bottom hem.
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Condition: Pristine unissued "New Old Stock" (NOS) condition preserved from long-term storage. The cotton knit remains clean and supple, showing no signs of wear, fading, or storage discoloration.
