Historical information
This badge commemorated the 100 years' anniversary of the Eureka Stockade in Ballarat. The siege of Eureka culminated in November and December 1854 arising as the result of disagreement between disaffected gold miners (led by Peter Lalor) and colonial forces about compulsory mining licences.
CURRENTLY ON LOAN.
Significance
Eureka memorabilia - commemorative artefacts. Relevant to the history of the Eureka Stockade in Ballarat.
Physical description
Metal red and white badge with pin.
Inscriptions & markings
In white lettering: "To commemorate the Eureka Stockade, May Day 1954."
