Belgrave Harriers London athletic club membership badge c1920s

A scarce original circa pre-1928 'Belgrave Harriers lapel badge'; large gilded brass circular example with oak leaf surround, the centre displaying a portcullis from the 'Westminster City Coat of Arms' surmounted by crossed keys "BH" and "1887" between the cross; the reverse with early maker's details "Thomas Fattorini Ltd Hockley St Birmingham Ltd" (1919-1928) and "Rd 632818" a design and patent year of 1914. Very good condition, retaining original buttonhole fitting, no stress marks or damage to the enamel, minimal wear to gilt finish.
Height 29mm.

Code: 56460