South London Hospital for Women 1939 nurses named badge

A very scarce original circa 1912 -1940 period 'South London Hospital for Women nurse's pin badge'; gilt brass example, the crest bearing the sun, waxing and waning moons and nurses 'Lamp of Knowledge' with motto `Et Dato Gaudetis' (enjoy what is given); the reversve impressed with maker's details 'Thomas Fattorini Ltd Regent St Birmingham' and inscribed to the recipient ''MARJORIE A.TAGGART FEBRUARY 1939'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no stress marks or damage to the enamel.
Height approx 23mm.
Founded in 1912 as the 'South London Hospital for Women' named was changed circa 1940's to the 'South London Hospital for Women and Children'.

Code: 70891