WW1 Anti German Union 1915 Britain for the British patriotic badge

A scarce original First World War period 'Anti German Union 1915 Britain For The British patriotic badge' gilt brass example,oval title surround inlaid with white enamel, an additional inner in blue inscribed 'Good Queen Bess Expelled All Germans 1597' and the centre depicting the figure of 'Elizabeth 1'; the reverse with maker's details 'J.R.Gaunt London'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, gilt finish remains bright. Height 32mm. The 'Anti German Union' was founded in 1915, it changed its name in 1916 to the 'British Empire Union' 'B.E.U.', 'Sir George Makgill' was Honorary Secretary, 'Lord Edward Illiffe' its treasurer and the organisation continued into the 1930's.

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