Australian Military Forces button 1914-1945

Accession Number REL37605
Collection type Heraldry
Object type Button
Physical description Oxidised metal
Maker Stokes & Sons, Melbourne
Date made c 1914
Conflict Second World War, 1939-1945
First World War, 1914-1918
Description

Domed oxidised metal button showing a raised emblem of Australia surmounted by the King's Crown. Encircling Australia is 'AUSTRALIAN MILITARY FORCES'. The back of the button has two holes opposing each other and a shank centrally located. Surrounding this is a stamped makers name ‘STOKES & SONS MELBOURNE’.

History / Summary

Worn on the Australian Uniform during the First and Second World Wars