Cell Barnes Hospital nurses badge St Albans Hertfordshire

A scarce original 'Cell Barnes Hospital nurses badge', gilded brass example with blue enamel title surround, an applied embossed disc depicting 'St Albans Cathedral' to the centre. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings incorporating safety roller catch in perfect working order, no damage to the enamel and complete with original display box with maker's details 'Toye, Kenning & Spencer Limited'.
Diameter 29mm.
Cell Barnes Mental Hospital was founded in 1933 and was situated in Highfield Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire. It was closed down in 1998.

Code: 65057