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Old 12-12-21, 07:36 PM
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Hi All,

I've just picked up this BBC badge and was wondering if it possible to date it? Is it a war time badge?

I also picked up the buttons in the photo. They weren't with the badge but they were in the same shop so I'm guessing they may have bought in by the dealer together.

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Old 12-12-21, 07:47 PM
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I have several versions of the BBC badge which was either worn in a cap of were collar badges of some form. Unfortunately I am unable to date the badges and would also like to know when worn.
Jerry
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Old 12-12-21, 10:04 PM
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WW2 ones were Nickel Silver,like white metal until the chrome ones were adopted in the 1950's.

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Old 12-12-21, 10:06 PM
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Thanks a lot, that's a great help.

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