Badge, Legacy Appeal Badge $5, 196X

Historical information

An example of badges issued by Legacy for fundraising during the Legacy Appeal and Badge Week. The donation value is $5. The exact date is not known but is older, probably from the 1950s or 1960s.
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.
The card makes a tax deductible receipt.

Significance

Example of Legacy badges that were sold up to raise money for Legacy's work.

Physical description

Diamond shape badge with the Legacy torch and wreath in a yellow background set within a gold metal diamond-shaped frame. The back is tarnished to a black colour implying it might be silver. It has a metal vertical swing clasp.

Inscriptions & markings

Imprinted with the manufacturers name 'AJ Parkes' on the reverse.

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