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Arkubs Happy Bear badge and secret book of rules


A good circa 1930's brass and enamel membership badge for "The Grand United Order of the Arkubs" a club formed for children by the "News Chronicle" newspaper. The reverse with maker's details "Miller 118 Branston St B'Ham", very good condition, original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, minor age wear.
Diameter 24mm.
Accompanied by a rare set of paperwork consisting a of a welcoming letter to the new member, on "The Arkubs" headed paper, Headquarters and Address: News Chronicle, Souverie Street, London, E.C.4. and signed by the clubs Principal Bo'sun "Japhet". A ten page book with the rules of the Order, with inked name and address of the fully qualified Arkub, an interesting paragraph about the foundation of the badge and how to wear it, also the Arkubs secret signs and codes etc.

Code: 51705

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