British Red Cross Order of St John Agriculture Fund Rural Pennies badge British Red Cross Order of St John Agriculture Fund Rural Pennies badge

British Red Cross Order of St John Agriculture Fund Rural Pennies badge

A very rare original joint war organisation 'British Red Cross & Order of St John Agriculture Fund Rural Pennies gilt and enamel fund raising pin badge', the reverse impressed with maker's details 'J.R.Gaunt London'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, gilt finish remains bright.
Diameter 24mm.

The Duke of Gloucester's Appeal was launched in 1939 and was based around the county committees of the 'National Farmers Union'. Funds were raised around the agricultural community by the organisation of garden fetes, horse shows and gymkhanas and the auctions of donated livestock sold in aid of the fund.

Code: 63196

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