| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL32702 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Heraldry |
| Physical description | Gold, Mother of pearl (shell), Plastic |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | Vietnam: South Vietnam |
| Date made | c 1965 |
| Conflict |
Vietnam, 1962-1975 |
Vietnamese good luck pendant : Lance Corporal T W J Lupton, 1 Battalion Royal Australian Regiment
Description
Circular imitation tortoise shell pendant with inset mother of pearl Chinese characters for goodluck. A 30mm long gold chain and clasp is attached to the pendant.
History / Summary
Associated with the service of 213548 Lance Corporal Thomas William John Lupton. Born on 28 March 1943, Lupton served in South Vietnam with 13 Platoon, C Company, 1 Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment from 5 June 1965 to 3 June 1966. The pendant was purchased as a gift for his wife, Betty.
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