WW1 Irish War Hospital Supply Depot volunteer war workers badge

An original First World War period 'Irish War Hospital Supply Depot badge', a rare five pointed bronze star with embossed letters "IWHSD" pinned to a green silk ribbon together with a Crowned “VW” Volunteer Workers brass badge, the reverse with embossed maker’s details “J.R.Gaunt London” and impressed with official issue number “75360”. Both in very good condition, retaining original substantial pin fittings, ribbon remains intact with minor age wear.
Height 55mm.

The 'Irish War Hospital Supply Depot badge' usually comes in the form of bronze suspension bar with embossed letters 'IWHSD' from which a green ribbon hangs, the 'Volunteer War Workers' badge worn below. This style of star is usually associated with merit.