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Originally Posted by Donny B.
I have noticed from time to time that the odd General Service collar badge has a brooch type back fitting. Some of these look to be very well done.
Are these simply intended as "sweetheart brooches" or where they have another purpose. Can anyone give me some info on them?
Most of the ones I have seen seem to have that brassy WW1 look about them.
Donny B.
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In my opinion brooch back Small Rising Sun badges were used by nurses ,most were St.Sil but at different times they would use a bronze or brass badge ,this is WW1. Mostly to hold a cape on.
Sweetheart badges were made in all sizes, I have in 15mm wide, all with pin/brooch/lug backs. Collecting these would be a long job