ANZAC Day 1943 celluloid fundraising pin

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1943

Overview

World War Two era celluloid fundraising pin in the shape of a British-pattern white sailor's cap with a royal blue tally band across the bottom which reads 'ANZAC DAY 1943'.
It has a metal pin threaded through a small hole for attachment. The reverse of the pin is plain, with no maker's marks.

Historical information

During World War Two, public collections on ANZAC Day (April 25) raised essential money for service personnel, rehabilitation, and comforts funds. Citizens who donated money received a pin to wear on their lapel, publicly showing their financial support for the war effort.

This particular pin was part of a series sold in South Australia. This featured a naval theme, while the others represented the Air Force (a blue spitfire plane graphic) and the Army ( a red tank graphic).

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-119-RoW01138

Item type

Badges

Collectibles

Ephemera

Themes

Social History

War and Conflict

War and Conflict > World War 2

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