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Badge, Melbourne Legacy Widow Badge

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Historical information

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.

Significance

A record of the badge given to widows when they join Legacy.

Physical description

Gold lapel pin of the Legacy torch with red enamel containing the words Melbourne Legacy Widow.

Inscriptions & markings

Imprinted 'Stokes Badges' on reverse.

Subjects

widows,
membership

Identifier

01701

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Measurements

Width: 20 millimetres, Depth: 2 millimetres, Height: 24 millimetres

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Victorian Collections

https://victoriancollections.net.au/items/5e3deb4221ea670bc86b42c6

Accessed 24 December 2024

This record was last updated 4 years ago

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