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World War 1, Western Australia, Perth, SHERIDAN'S, Badge Dies used with Big Bertha 70 ton Press, 1914 - 2014

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1914 - 1918

Overview

Dies used to stamp out metal badges using the "Big Bertha" press

Historical information

A 70 ton press used by Sheridan's to stamp rising sun badges for the Australian Imperial Force as one of many tasks during its operational use from 1914 to 2014. Donated by Sheridan's , it was moved from the shop floor and reassembled at the Army Museum where it is displayed with dies and masters of numerous military badges and fittings.

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-32-LTO-030A

Item type

Badges

Material

Carbon Steel

Year

1914 - 1918

Links to additional resources

Big Bertha Press [collectionswa.net.au]

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