Historical information

Item to indicate that the person was an authorised Messenger. Possibly a commercially available item. Not know whether the MMTB or The Met used this item though it was donated by a person who worked for both organisations.

Significance

Demonstrates a method of indicating that the person was acting as a Messenger.

Physical description

Badge - nickel plated or silver finish, rounded with two lugs on rear for clipping onto a cap or a uniform - has the word "Messenger" stamped or engraved. Two copies held, one with a single brass clip.