WW1 Wesleyan Soldiers & Sailors Institutes badge

A scarce original First World War period 'Wesleyan Soldiers & Sailors Institutes pin badge', gilt brass example in the form of a heart bearing a blue enamel title strap, the centre depicting an embossed historic building on plain gilt ground; the reverse impressed with early maker's details 'Fattorini & Sons Bradford' (1908–1928). Very good condition, with buttonhole fitting replaced with pin fittings probably at the time, no stress marks or enamel loss, gilt finish remains bright.
Height approx 28mm.
During the First World War, the Wesleyan Methodist Church together with other organisations such as the YMCA and the Church Army established a network of Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Institutes and temporary huts across military camps and training grounds in Britain and abroad.

Code: 71100