Combined Operations metal badges

[1664]

Hi
I’ve had these two small gilded brass and enamel badges for sometime, can anyone help with what they are?
Thanks
John

[mike_vee]

It is shown on Combined Ops website with a blue enamel ribbon on top and described as " what I believe to be a WWII Combined Operations sweetheart brooch worn by wives, mothers or girlfriends."

Scroll down to "Medals with Insignia"

https://www.combinedops.com/INSIGNIA%20IN%20USE.htm

[Mike B]

I would agree - I have a slightly smaller one mounted on a silver bar and pin - pretty sure mine is a tie pin

[1664]

Thanks you both Mikes, the link shows three similar examples, unofficial badge either worn as a sweetheart or tie pin.

[Mike B]

John 1664 - thank you ... yes, that's the one.
All the best
Mike

[JON188]

Weirdly the weapon system doesn't look like a tommy gun.

[Frank Kelley]

Certainly not a Thompson.

Originally Posted by JON188

Weirdly the weapon system doesn't look like a tommy gun.

[1664]

Originally Posted by Frank Kelley

Certainly not a Thompson.

There is a debate on the combined ops site that it might be a pump action shot gun!