I’m not sure if the “1977” on the front is the date or if it holds another significance. I’m considering it used and is pre-owned. The gold tone on the rim, the lettering, numbers, and the logo are all in good condition with very little wear.
USAF 560th Strategic Fighter Squadron Patch printed on “Naugahyde” a composite of a knit fabric backing and expanded polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic coating creating an artificial leather or “pleather”.