WW1 Thumbs Up good luck soldier and sailor hospital fundraisers badge WW1 Thumbs Up good luck soldier and sailor hospital fundraisers badge

WW1 Thumbs Up good luck soldier and sailor hospital fundraisers badge

A very scarce original First World War period 'Thumbs Up' convalescing hospital fundraisers badge, in the form of a gilt flag on a pole bearing a red cross, depicting the head and shoulders of a recuperating Soldier and Sailor both wearing 'Hospital Blues uniforms' one with his thumb up the other offering his hand; the reverse impressed with early maker's details 'Thomas Fattorini Bolton'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no stress marks or damage to the enamel, gilt finish remains bright.
Height 35mm.
Width 29mm.

Code: 63939

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