U.S. Navy Throw

Honor the U.S. Navy and its 236-year defense of America with this U.S. Navy Throw. Centering its nearly white, rope-framed field is a representation of the Navy crest. The eagle, symbolizes the United States; his spread wings, navy air power. The rope and chain surrounds, as well as the anchor upon which the eagle is perched, represent sea power. The thirteen-stripe shield signifies the Thirteen Original Colonies of the United States. Jaquard-loomed in the USA with richly hued yarns of 100% cotton, this U.S. Navy Throw is perfect as patriotic wall art or as a comforting blanket for members of the U.S. Navy, its families or Navy fans of any age. Hand wash.  69"l. x 48"w. including fringe.

Museum Provenance

The superb military collections at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, Behring Center, document the history of the men and women of the armed forces of the United States. The collections include ordnance, firearms and swords; uniforms and insignia; national and military flags and banners; and many other objects, including memorabilia representing each military service branch.

Every Smithsonian purchase will arrive with a museum provenance card explaining how it is adapted from or inspired by an object or objects in our collection.