Historical information

Badge is an example of sample used to ensure standard of manufacture among local contractors. See item 9806.

Physical description

Silver coloured badge with two (2) pins, one (1) at top and bottom; gold coloured clasp on each. Crown on top of oval (pointed end). Lit oil lamp in centre of oval with red textile (possibly velvet) behind. Banner at base with motto. Gold coloured plate on back. Tag secured to badge with wire and lead seal.

Inscriptions & markings

In oval around lamp - "ROYAL AUSTRALIAN ARMY NURSING CORPS."
In banner - "PRO HUMANITATE [for humanity (or kindness)]"
Tag (handwritten sections) - "THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN ARMY, NURSING CORPS/COLLAR SILVER ANODISED WITH CLUTCH GRIPS" "8455-66-037-4350/APP 55" "J+J CASH/2620078 AC" " G P Barr [signature]/ 19/8/92"