Merchant Service War Badge Australia for services rendered at sea Merchant Service War Badge Australia for services rendered at sea

Merchant Service War Badge Australia for services rendered at sea

A very scarce original circa 1919 period 'Merchant Service War Badge Australia' large gilt circlet, Australian Red Ensign to voided centre, additional scroll below 'For Servies Rendered At Sea'; the reverse impressed with maker's details 'Stokes & Sons Melbourne' and official very low issue number '83'. Very good condition, complete with two loop fittings to reverse, gilt finish remains bright.
Height 35mm.

Officially known as the Mercantile Marine War Zone Badge, the badge was issued to officers and seamen of the mercantile marine who had served in a designated war zone.

Code: 61497

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