Merchant Navy British Ship Adoption Society badge

A scarce original circa 1940's 'British Ship Adoption Society badge' in the form of a chromium plated lifebuoy with 'Merchant Navy' crest to the centre and blue enamel circular title 'B.S.A.S. Ship School'. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect
Diameter 25mm.

The British Ship Adoption Society a Maritime Charity was formed in the early part of the Second World War, with a large number of schools taking part in the scheme, amassing comforts for a particular ship and in return the children would receive letters of thanks and news from various ports around the world to which it would sail.