1959 Skoda Autos Cars Automobile Factory Czechoslovakia 100 Years Pin Badge

  Product Description : 1959 Skoda Autos Cars Automobile Factory Czechoslovakia 100 Years Pin Badge

• A golden metal pin badge made to celebrate the centenary of Skoda who were founded as an engineering firm in 1859.

  The badge face is 1.6cm wide and has a long, stick pin fastener.

  It features the text Skoda 1859 1959 100 years

  Historical Background

  Skoda, formed in 1859 as an armaments factory, produced their first car in 1905

  Skoda produced modern cars up until the communist coup in 1948 whereupon they were largely cut off from Western markets. The 1960's onwards saw a range of production cars that were based on outdated designs.

  Since the 1990's Skoda has been transformed by its partnership with VW of Germany into a very successful automotive company. Sales in 1991 were around 170 thousand new cars and in 2010 were 760 thousand.

  Postage and Packing :

  The item will be sent by airmail from The Czech Republic.

  Please allow 3-4 days delivery time to Europe and up to 7 days worldwide.

•   No personal checks please.

  Warranty Terms :

• This pin is in the condition described above and as photographed.
  If you are in any way dissatisfied I will happily discuss any problems you have via email. I always strive to provide an excellent service.