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Old 16-01-19, 10:26 AM
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hi all
what are the thoughts of this badge?
is it genuine?
is it a cap or arm badge?
whats the significance of the date
thanks in advance
bc
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Old 16-01-19, 06:28 PM
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Hi bc,
Here's a link to a long thread, see post 154 for details.
Cheers,
Tinto

https://www.britishbadgeforum.com/fo...t=1864&page=11
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Old 16-01-19, 08:33 PM
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Thanks Tinto
Very interesting thread.
Bc
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Old 17-01-19, 10:59 PM
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hey all
are these badges rare?
what are these worth?
this will be up fro trade or sale shortly
bc
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Old 19-01-19, 10:25 PM
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Due to photographic evidence of the similar cast MG badge in a fern wreath, it is my belief these cast badges were made in New Zealand and are not Egyptian sand cast as is most commonly believed.
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