WW1 Royal Irish Fusiliers flag day fundraising badge

A rare First World War period flag day badge, simply made from a strip of celluloid turned over a brass safety pin to form a shield, the front printed with the badge of the regiment, a 'coronet' and flaming grenade bearing 'Prince of Wales Plumes over 'Maid of Erin' with an additional scroll below 'Royal Irish Fusiliers'; the reverse with "Royal Irish Fusiliers" (87th and 89th Foot). Very good condition, colours remain bright and without any foxing, retaining original pin fitting, bottom tip of point to the reverse clipped.
Height with pin 42mm.

Code: 54278