Historical information

Part of the Kevin John Herdman, No.397661, collection.

Physical description

Two RAASC Officer's metal hat badges. The badges are of bi-metal construction using silver and brass coloured metals. The silver metal background features a Queen's Crown and a seven pointed star. Centre piece is brass coloured and features a Royal Cypher encircled by a blue enameled band.
On the back of 1, are two pins and brass fastening clips. 2. has two loops on two threaded rods for fastening. Both brass coloured centerpieces' are loose.

Inscriptions & markings

Stamped on brass centrepiece "ROYAL AUSTRALIAN ARMY SERVICE CORPS"
Printed in gold on blue enamel circle "MONI, SOIT, QUI. MAL. Y.PENSE" Stamped at back: STOKES, MELB.