Curtiss H16 Flying Boat

[Global Aero]

Hello Group,

We have a wooden propeller in very good condition that we believe is from a
Cutiss H16 and would like your input.
Information needed.
Aircraft type and model - Rarity - Value- Collectable or any other information
Markings:
9.6 X 5.00
P.P. 63 R
YPE H-16
588
USN with anchor mark
FCR
588

Thank you and we look forward to your expertise

[Dave]

It's not common but at the same time is by no means rare. A number of these were sold off at auction in the early twenties and remain scattered around the country.

Value depends very much on its condition. Original decals and original finish weigh highly in its valuation. I'm nearly certain that the "P.P. 63 R" refers to Paragon Propeller, so it should have Paragon decals on it.

A picture would help us get a better idea of condition.

Here's one that I own. I suspect that yours is the same design, and the hub should be the same thickness. (Some were stacked in the middle to make a 4 blade combination, in which case you'd see a substantial notch on one surface of the hub.)