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South Lancashire blank plinth
Hi All,
Here is a badge for your comments. Faint signs of previous slider attachment. No sign of any blacking so wondering if this was an Economy issue. Thanks, John |
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It’s a genuine badge from the Lambourne die.
As to the finish... I’ve only seen 3 others, including one at the Bosley’s auction before last. All were blackened, however one of these was covered modern gloss paint so it’s hard to say what original finish was and if this was a poor restoration attempt or a new finish based on an assumption. From the photo there appear to be richer tones on the less rubbed surfaces. Would this appear to you in the flesh to be a factory finish? If so I think that is your answer here and more indicative of the badge merely showing no signs of blacking which if chemicals were used to strip it would similarly not leave a trace. Mega shame about the slider. A badge I would dearly like to own. |
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Cheers, John |
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From the photos I would concur.
I fear you may have just doubled my remaining 1916 all GM wants list to two badges. Alas another to look out for in addition to the Northants TF. |
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Extra pics for Luke
Hi Luke,
I hope these are of use. Cheers, John |
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If it was all GM without any blackening and blank plinth, it would be the 4th S Lancs.
In April 1916 - the WO ordered 4,000 of them (the 5th Bn was all GM but blackening) |
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