VintageMadison College Dukesembroidered collegiate patch from Harrisonburg, Virginia.
Madison College is the former name of present-dayJames Madison University.
According to JMU's institutional history, Madison College's men's basketball team adopted theDukesnickname in 1947 in honor of college president Samuel P. Duke. The institution officially changed its name from Madison College to James Madison University effectiveJuly 1, 1977. Therefore, a patch bearing both the Madison College name and Dukes identity belongs to the school's pre-JMU era.
Large embroidered design in traditional purple, gold and white.
Measures approximately4 inches across.
Traditional sew-on construction with exposed woven/thread backing.
Condition:Vintage condition with numerous loose embroidery threads, edge fraying and general age/storage wear. Colors remain vibrant and lettering is clearly readable. Please examine all photographs closely.
An unusual piece of early JMU history for Madison College alumni, Dukes collectors, Virginia collegiate memorabilia collectors or vintage sports enthusiasts.
SKU 5283
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