4th Railway Unit, A.I.F. enamel badge- cap, collar, other? - British & Commonwealth Military Badge Forum

Terra Nova · #1 08-09-23, 11:49 PM

I have this badge in my care and would like to know more about it, if possible. It measures 36 mm (1.4 inches) high X 23.5 mm (0.92 inches) wide. Finished in coloured enamels and gilded, with a brooch pin mounting for attachment. Maker marked "STOKES & SONS MELB." on the reverse. Would it be a cap, collar or other use badge?

Any information would be appreciated. Thank you.

With kindest regards,

Tim

Jackhr · #2 09-09-23, 12:05 AM

Very nice and desirable badge . It is a association badge for the light rail I think

Rednek · #3 09-09-23, 10:27 AM

It was listed as a "WW1 unofficial badge", in the old badge books.
But, doubt it was worn as such on service.
I believe an Association badge, and would wear quite well as a tie pin.
Just a tad over half a century ago, I got one, in an auction by "The Armoury", of South Australia.
It came with an M.M. and pair, to the 4th Railway Unit A.I.F.
His M.M. is to the 4th Australian Broad Gauge Railway Operating Company
At embarkation, the unit was "Railway Unit, No. 4 Section"

Terra Nova · #4 09-09-23, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Jackhr

Very nice and desirable badge . It is a association badge for the light rail I think

Thank you, that makes very good sense that that would be the use. Many thanks,

Tim

Terra Nova · #5 09-09-23, 11:40 AM

Your similar example, coming with that outstanding MM recipient's group, over half a century ago, certainly gives this type of badge excellent provenance as a probable Association badge. Your information is greatly appreciated