Whittington Hospital London 1964 silver nurses qualification badge

A very scarce original 1964 period 'Whittington Hospital nurses qualification badge', shield shaped example depicting the 'Archway' (London Borough of Islington) in light and dark blue enamel; the reverse impressed with Birmingham hallmarks for 1964 and maker's details 'F&S' (Fattorini & Sons Ltd). Excellent condition, complete with original pin fittings with roller safety catch in good working order, enamel perfect.
Height 30mm.

Holborn Union Infirmary (1879 - 1921)
Holborn and Finsbury Hospital (1921 - 1930)
Absorbed by Whittington Hospital as Archway Wing (1952 - 1969)
Archway Hospital Group (1946 - 1948)

Code: 61054