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A scarce original pre 1947 period 'Salvation Army Naval Military & Air Force League pin badge'; gilt metal highly coloured enamelled example, depicting an RAF eagle, above a blue enamel anchor, flanked by a Royal Navy White Ensign and Union Jack Flag. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, gilt finish remains bright, a lovely example. Height 32mm. During the Second World War the Salvation Army joined Council of Voluntary Welfare Workers, providing relief to civilians and armed forces in Britain and abroad. In 1947 'The Salvation Army Naval Military & Air Force League' name was changed to the 'Red Shield Services League'.
Code: 62488
40.00 GBP
A scarce original end of the Second World War period silver coloured small circular example, blue enamel title surround 'Union Jack Canteen', crossed Union Flags to centre on white enamel ground and mounted on a slender bar, the reverse impressed in relief 'In Appreciation of Services Rendered'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fitting, enamel perfect. Diameter 20mm. Width 45mm.
Code: 61211
SOLD
A good original Second World War period 'Empire Societies War Hospitality gilt and enamel badge', the reverse impressed with maker's detail 'J.R.Gaunt London'. Good condition, complete with original pin fittings, chip to the enamel top left. Price reflects. Height 17mm. Width 33mm. The Empire Societies War Hospitality Committee was a non-political organisation, during the war they made arrangement with clubs all over the country to welcome and help officers and men from the dominions, India and the Colonies to find entertainment and hospitality when on leave.
Code: 60533
12.00 GBP
A good original Second World War period 'Church Army badge' shield shaped gilt example, bearing a cross to centre, on red enamel ground, within 'Fellowship of War Workers' white enamel title surround, the reverse impressed with maker's details 'Thomas Fattorini Ltd Regent St Birmingham' and official issue number '551'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel. Height 27mm. The Church Army during the second world war provided for the forces over 300 mobile canteens, as well as libraries and entertainment coaches, this badge was worn by members on their uniforms, overalls and civilian clothes by voluntary helpers.
Code: 60490
A scarce original wartime period 'Civil Defence welfare services badge'; circular gilded brass example inlaid with blue enamel, the centre displaying the City of Leicester coat of arms; the reverse impressed with maker's details 'Thomas Fattorini Ltd Regent St. Birmingham'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, enamel perfect. Diameter 28mm.
Code: 60489
A scarce original wartime period 'American Red Cross women's service club volunteer gilt and enamel badge', well designed in the form of a diamond with a white cross symbol to each corner, red cross on white ground within pale blue title surround, title below 'Volunteer', the reverse impressed with maker's details Thomas Fattorini Ltd Regent St Birmingham'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, enamel perfect. Height 31mm.
Code: 60034
Ascarce Second World War period silver plate and enamel badge, the reverse with maker's details "Thomas Fattorini Ltd Bradford Works Birmingham". Good condition, original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel minor service wear. Diameter 26mm.
Code: 50765
35.00 GBP
A very scarce original Second World War period small chromium plated enamel badge for the 'Bournemouth War Service Organisation', the reverse with maker's details "Thomas Fattorini Ltd Regent Street Birmingham" and impressed with the low number "40". Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect. Height 15mm. Width 20mm.
Code: 54266
A good original wartime period 'Catholic Women's League For War Service at Home badge'; gilded brass circular example inlaid with blue enamel and bearing a white dove over the initials 'CWL'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel. Diameter 24mm.
Code: 59655
25.00 GBP
A good original wartime period 'Voluntary Workers For The Forces badge'; chromium plated circular example inlaid with red enamel, surmounted by the Lion of England, the centre with intertwined 'VW' initials and 'For the Forces' below; the reverse with maker's details 'J.R.Gaunt London' and official issue number '73938'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, minor wear to chromium plating Height 28mm. Voluntary Workers For The Forces was approved by the War Office in 1940, member's would have to complete three months work before they could qualify for the badge.
Code: 59608
10.00 GBP
A scarce original Second World War period British made 'Welfare Canteen for the Forces home front badge'; small oval chromium plated example inlaid with blue enamel. Good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, chromium plating lifted on the word 'Forces'. Height 19mm. Width 35mm.
Code: 59390
A scarce original wartime badge from the 'The Beaver Club London'; large circular silver plated example inscribed with title surround, the red enamel centre with applied gilt Maple leaf bearing brown enamel beaver with 1940 below; the reverse impressed with maker's details "JR Gaunt London". Good condition, retaining original pin fitting, hook an old replacement, minor wear to silvered finish, enamel perfect. Diameter 32mm. 'The Beaver Club' was situated in the heart of London in Spring Gardens, S.W.1. crossing The Mall between Admiralty Arch and Trafalgar Square. It was a rest centre for Canadian Soldiers.
Code: 57586
A scarce original wartime 1940 badge from the 'The Maple Leaf Club London'; gilded brass example in the form of a maple leaf inlaid with green enamel, blue enamel title circlet with embossed Canadian Beaver to gilt centre. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect. Height 32mm. 'The Maple Leaf Club' Moreton Street, London. At least three others were opened in London, later in the war.
Code: 57255
A scarce original circa 1940 'Scottish Rest House For Servicemen Edinburgh badge'; chromium plated oval example depicting St. Andrew's Cross and bearing a thistle with initials 'SRH' between each arm; the reverse impressed with maker's details "Thomas Fattorini Ltd Regent St Birmingham". Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect, an excellent example. Height 34mm.
Code: 57024
A scarce circa 1940's 'Andover Services & Canteen Voluntary Worker badge'; large gilded brass shield shaped example, inlaid with navy blue, red a light blue enamels, this representing the 'NAAFI' colours. Excellent condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel pefect. Height 28mm.
Code: 56931
A rare late Second World War period gilt and enamel Canteen British Columbia War Services badge, the reverse with maker's details "Thomas Fattorini Ltd. Regent St. Birmingham". Very good condition, complete with original ribbon and suspension bar with pin fittings, no damage to the enamel. Overall Height 70mm. The British Columbia Services Canteen was based at British Columbia House, Lower Regent Street, London. It opened on December 23 1939 its aim was to make Canadian Servicemen feel at home in England with food and coffee served the Canadian way. The canteen served its last meal on January 14 1946.
Code: 52359
A scarce large sized badge from the organisation known as the "Council of Voluntary War Work (CVWW)". Good condition, replacement pin fitting original hook, minor enamel damage. Height 40mm.
Code: 50585
A scarce Second World War 'The Queen's War Worker Welfare' gilt and enamel badge. Good condition, retaining original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel. Height 24mm.
Code: 50525
30.00 GBP
A scarce example maker to reverse Thomas Fattorini Ltd. Regent St. Birmingham. Remains in good condition, original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel. Height 26mm. Canteen based at British Columbia House, Lower Regent Street, London
Code: 50475
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