| Accession Number | REL41901 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Badge |
| Physical description | Celluloid, Gilded metal, Paper |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | Australia: New South Wales |
| Date made | 1901 |
| Conflict |
Period 1900-1909 |
Colonies Federated 1901 commemorative badge : Miss R Cambridge
Description
Circular, double sided badge featuring a colour design of the Royal Standard of the United Kingdom crossed with the flag of NSW, accompanied by the words 'Colonies Federated 1901'. The reverse features a black and white photographic portrait of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. Both side are held within a wide gilded brass frame with an integral suspension loop.
History / Summary
Part of a collection of badges which were collected by Miss Ruth Cambridge, daughter of a Boer War veteran, probably Private Owen Cambridge, First Victorian Contingent.
This particular badge was sold to commemorate Australian's Federation, an event which generated a large range of patriotic merchandise.
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