Josephine Ryan (a Charlton resident) was a Lions Youth Exchange Student to New York State in 1989.Gold backed badge with Melbourne written in burgundy red. Part shadow backing in black. The back has a pin with safety catchjosephine ryan, lions youth exchange, charlton lions exchange 1989, noreen ryan, melbourne badge

This badge has been produced as a fund-raiser for the Red Cross in Victoria. Swiss-born Henri Dunant founded the Red Cross in the 1860s and it has now become an international humanitarian organization and a community service charity assisting particularly in times of war and natural disasters. The Red Cross in Victoria dates from 1914 and each year funds are collected from the public to assist the organization. This badge is an example of fund-raising for the Red Cross in Victoria.Circular badge with red border, white background and red cross in centre, pin clip on back.PATRICK BROS. MELBOURNE (Badge) MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN (Clip) red cross, swiss-born henri dunant, history of warrnambool

Examples of a Junior Legacy Melbourne Badge. These were worn by junior legatees. The age of the pins are not known. One has a safety device to protect wearers from the sharp point of the pin. The badge of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them.A record of the badge given to junior legatees when they joined Legacy.Gold lapel stick pin x 12 of the Legacy torch with blue enamel containing the words Junior Legacy Melbourne.Imprinted 'Stokes' on reverse.junior legatee, membership

Slovenian Association melbourne - 25th Anniversary badge from 1979. It was a great and important milestone, celebrated at the new premises in Research, MelbourneSlovenian Association Melbourne Silver Jubilee -S.D.M. 25 - Srebrni jubilej, 1954 - 1979badge, slovenian association melbourne, 25th anninversary

Josephine Ryan (a Charlton resident) was a Lions Youth Exchange Student to New York State in 1989.Irregular shaped badge - Melbourne Royal Crest Brooch features the crest over the words MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA written in gold on a green background edged with gold. Safety pin at Backjosephine ryan, lions youth exchange, charlton lions exchange 1989, noreen ryan, melbourne crest badge

Josephine Ryan (a Charlton resident) was a Lions Youth Exchange Student to New York State in 1989.Gold toned metal souvenir lapel pin featuring a red and sunset skyline above the word "Melbourne" in red script and "AUSTRALIA" in gold letters. Gold pin clasp at back with safety catch.On back : COPYRIGHTjosephine ryan, lions youth exchange, charlton lions exchange 1989, noreen ryan, melbourne australia badge

An example of a Junior Legacy Badge, it has tarnished to this dark colour. These were worn by junior legatees. The age of the pin is not known, though it appears older than the 10 pins at 01704. The badge of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them.A record of the badge given to junior legatees when they joined Legacy.Tarnished lapel stick pin of the Legacy torch and the words Junior Legacy.Imprinted 'Stokes Melb' on reverse.junior legatee, membership

Slovenian Association Melbourne 40th Anniversary badge, značkaSlovenian Association Melbourne 40 S:D:M: 1954 - 1994badge, značka, slovenian associoation melbourne, 40th anniversary

The Royal Melbourne Regiment collar badge, its in red and gold colour

An example of a Melbourne Legacy Widow's Badge. These were worn by widows to identify themselves at events. The badge of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them.A record of the badge given to widows when they join Legacy.Gold lapel pin of the Legacy torch with red enamel containing the words Melbourne Legacy Widow.Imprinted 'Stokes Badges' on reverse.widows, membership

Slovenian Association Melbourne - 35th Anniversary badge in the shape of a Linden leaf, an old Slovenian symbolic tree. The linden tree is a tree of friendship, love and loyalty. During the period of the Slovenian national awakening and the Slovenian people's increasing national awareness, the linden tree became one of the symbols of the Slovenian nation.Slovensko društvo Melbourne 35 - 1954 - 1989 Slovenian Associationbadge, slovenian association melbourne, 35th anniversary, linden leaf

An example of a Melbourne Legacy Widow's Badge. These were worn by widows to identify themselves at events. Although the date is unknown it is an earlier example of the badge than the lapel pin at 01701. The badge of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them.A record of the badge given to widows when they join Legacy.Gold brooch of the Legacy torch with red enamel containing the words Melbourne Legacy Widow mounted on a gold bar with a brooch pin.Imprinted with 'Stokes Melb' on reverse.widows, membership

Slovenian Association Melbourne - Hunters and Anglers badge was worn by the group members at competitions and parades.SDM - Slovensko društvo Melbourne Slovenian Association Melbourne LRD - Lovska ribiška družina - Hunters and Anglersbadge, slovenian association melbourne, hunters and anglers

An example of a Melbourne Legacy Widow's Badge from the 1970s. These were worn by widows to identify themselves at events. It is an earlier example of the badge than the lapel pin at 01701. Donated by the family of Jean Cohen, along with a second badge of slightly different dimensions. Jean was the widow of Flight Lieutenant Henry Cohen who served in WW2 and he passed away in 1970s. The badge of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them.A record of the badge given to widows when they join Legacy.Gold brooch of the Legacy torch with red enamel containing the words Melbourne Legacy Widow mounted on a 4mm wide gold bar with a brooch pin.Imprinted with 'Stokes' on reverse.widows, membership

An example of a Melbourne Legacy Widow's Badge from the 1970s. These were worn by widows to identify themselves at events. It is an earlier example of the badge than the lapel pin at 01701. Donated by the family of Jean Cohen, along with a second badge of slightly different dimensions. Jean was the widow of Flight Lieutenant Henry Cohen who served in WW2 and he passed away in 1970s. The badge of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them.A record of the badge given to widows when they join Legacy.Gold brooch of the Legacy torch with red enamel containing the words Melbourne Legacy Widow mounted on a 3mm wide, slightly tapered gold bar with a brooch pin.widows, membership

Produced for 1956 Melbourne Olympic GamesGold coloured badge with 'Melbourne 1956' and Olympic rings and Olympic torch with flame. It is attached to a blue card.La Mennaie du centenaire Centainial Coin Programmeolympic games

Badge was the possession of Pte. L.A. Murray, VX61585, also known as L.A. McCormack. See Catalogue No. 7984.2 for Murray's medals. Part of the Cooper Collection.Gold coloured horizontal bar badge featuring the Legacy symbol with a red coloured enamel banner. The banner bears the words "Melbourne Legacy Widow". Badge fastened with a pin.Stamped on back: "STOKES".cooper collection, legacy, badge, l.a. murray

30th Anniversary badge of Slovenian Association Melbourne, celebrated in 1984 with a rich cultural program, showcasing choir singing, music, childrens, youth and adult folk dancing groups, poetry, narrating organised by Draga Gelt and exceptional finale item by 30 marching girls choreohraphed by Magda Pišotek.SDM (Slovensko društvo Melbourne - Slovenian Association Melbourne) 30 - 1954-1984bagde, slovenian association melbourne, 30th anniversary

Golden Jubilee Anniversary of the Slovenian Association Melbourne was an unforgettable event for members, friends and visitors. The Slovenian hill at Research became alive with song, rainbow colours, dances, choir, poetry, sporting competitions, exhibitions, great food and drinks, children entertainment and many happy people.Slovenian Association Melbourne 2004 Golden Jubilee 50th Est. 1954badge, slovenian association melbourne, golden jubilee

Hugh Jeffrey attended the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music at Melbourne University, graduating in 1940. This examination pin was given to him in September 1934. It is a copper badge with its frame shaped like a shield. Inset into the shield is an Australian coat-of-arms granted by King George V, with a white and blue torse supported by a kangaroo and emu on a grassy field. It features the Commonwealth Star on top, and the motto "Advance Australia" underneath. It is engraved with "Hugh Jeffrey" acoss the top, with "University Exam" on the left of the outlying shield, and "Sept. 1934" on the right. It features a loop on the top with a short fine chain and safety pin. Shield with Australian coat of arms and engraved writingAdvance Australia Hugh Jeffrey University Exam Sept. 1934hugh jeffrey, badges

Hugh Jeffrey attended the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music at Melbourne University, graduating in 1940. This examination pin was given to him in September 1933. It is a round copper badge with gold coloured filigree running around the outer edge. Inset into the shield is an Australian coat-of-arms granted by King George V, with a white and blue torse supported by a kangaroo and emu on a grassy field. It features the Commonwealth Star on top, and the motto "Advance Australia" underneath. It is engraved with "University Examination" acoss the top, with "won by Hugh Jeffries sic Sept. 1933" acoss the bottom. It features a loop on the top with a short fine chain and safety pin. Australia coat of arms inside circle with engraving around edgeAdvance Australia University Exam won by Hugh Jeffries (sic) Sept. 1933hugh jeffrey, badges

Hugh Jeffrey attended the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music at Melbourne University, graduating in 1940. This Dux award pin was presented to him during this time, but is undated. It is a gold badge with its frame shaped like a shield, carrying heavy engraving. Inset into the shield is an other smaller shield in copper, with "HJ" in stylised copperplate engraving on the front and "Dux" on the back. It features a loop on the top, but no chain or safety pin.Gold shield with 'Dux' engraved in middleHJ Duxhugh jeffrey, badges

The Memorial Hall commemorates those who served in World Wars One and Two. The Hall was originally erected in memory of those who served in World War One. The foundation stone was laid in 1924 by the Governor of Victoria, The Earl of Stradbroke. The hall was opened on ANZAC Day 1925. On ANZAC Day 1952, a memorial stone was added to commemorate those who served in World War Two. The building is situated 14A Ferrars Place , South Melbourne.The badge was struck in the mid 1920's on the opening of the Sailor and soldier's Memorial Hall, South Melbourne.Brass Badge Red and White Enamel with clasp on backFront Sailors and Soldier's Memorial Hall South Melbourne Remembrance Hall Image on Front Back J.W.Purvis (badge makers)south melbourne, soldier, remembrance, hall, sailors and soldier's memorial hall, sailors, the earl of stradbroke, governor of victoria

40th Anniversary badge in a shape of a Linden leaf. Linden tree is very symbolic for Slovenians. During the period of the Slovenian national awakening and the Slovenian people's increasing national awareness, the linden tree became one of the symbols of the Slovenian nation.SDM 40 let - SAM 40 yearsbadge, slovenian associoation melbourne, 40th anniversary

Belonged to Ian Howie- White plastic badge with blue inscription - Attached blue ribbonOlympic Games - Official - Melbourne 19561956 olympic games, melbourne, official uniform

Memorabilia of Melbourne Olympic Games 1956.- "XVI th Olympiad Melbourne 1956" inscribed - Possibly a token - Provision for name on rear, "Howie" inscribed. - 'Stadium' shaped. Olympic Rings, Olympic flame pointing to Melbourne Australia. Name ___________ (on rear)1956 olmpics, token