Here is a small selection of Old Contemptible badges.
The NSW version is a little less common I would l think and interesting to see that the owner felt that a plated badge at least LOOKED nicer.
Interested in comments on that "pin back" version with the "red cross" in the centre.
I'm wondering if it's not one for nurses as it is:pin-backed (usually only worn by women)[LIST] the centre image is the same as is seen on the "arm bands" of the nurses.
The gold version appears to be cast from a lapel badge, with the top bar saying "PAST PRESIDENT 1948-1949" and the "medal" is marked "10 K" with the stamp "T.LEE".
The carat mark would suggest that it could be made in Canada or the U.S.A. as this "standard" is used quite a lot.
Thoughts?
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