Historical information

Part of the Leo Reoch Cohn Collection.
See Catalogue No. 5527.2 for his service record.
The badge represents the 1st Australian Armoured Car Section.

Physical description

A triangular metal and enamel unit badge depicting the colour patch of the Armoured Car Section suspended below a gold coloured disc. The disc and badge are connected with a gold coloured chain with a safety pin attached. The back of the disc has a pin and hook attached to allow the wearer to fasten it to a garment. The disc features Arabic writing. The triangular badge has a central enamel purple triangle which is bordered with white enamel.

Inscriptions & markings

Stamped on the back of the triangular badge: 'E. B. EDWARDS, (hallmarks below)'.