| Place | Oceania: Australia |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL36008 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Button |
| Physical description | Plastic |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | c 1920 - 1930s |
| Conflict |
Period 1930-1939 Period 1920-1929 |
Royal Australian Navy button
Description
Black Royal Australian Navy rating's greatcoat button showing a fouled 'King's cabled' stockless 'lazy' anchor tilted to the left, surmounted by a king's crown.
History / Summary
Collected by NX93640 Craftsman Thomas Sydney Turner. This type of button was introduced in 1911. The black buttons were worn by Petty Officers and Seamen in the naval reserve.