Historical information
These badges are WW1 and first released in 1917. Each bar signifies a son in the forces.
Physical description
.1) Hollow oval shaped blue enamel & silver badge. Silver crown on top, blue enamel banner below on outer edge. 2 silver bars suspended by rings underneath. Badge is affixed with the pin & loop on the rear.
.2) The small case is cardboard covered in brown buckram. Inside is lined with blue silk & velvet. It has a brass button when pressed opens the lid.
Inscriptions & markings
Below crown on a banner on outer edge: "DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE TO WOMEN OF AUSTRALIA FOR DUTY DONE "
Pieces stamped:
Badge: "25932"
Top bar: "10098"
Bottom bar: "10099"
