Copper Token - RSA Appeal 1919

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1919

Overview

round copper token with words inscribed Image of swan in the centre of map of Australia

Historical information

The 1919 Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League (RSA/RSL) appeals raised vital funds for WWI rehabilitation, medical care, and housing. In Western Australia, a major state-wide appeal launched on April 1, 1919.

Perth "Copper Day" Appeal: In Western Australia, specific campaigns such as the April/May 1919 appeals utilized "Copper Days" where collectors manned stalls across Perth.

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-124-2026.199

Item type

Collectibles

Souvenirs

Themes

Buildings > Military

Material

Copper

Inscriptions and markings

"RSA Appeal 1919"

Contextual information

The 1919 Returned Soldiers' Association (RSA) copper day tokens and badges were fundraising items sold across Australia to raise money for returning World War I servicemen. These tokens were frequently sold during "Copper Days"—community street drives where citizens donated their copper coins and spare change to support building funds, welfare, and employment for veterans.

Keywords

Tokens- Military

Fundraising

World War 1 souvenir

Place made

Australia

Year

1919

Primary significance criteria

Artistic or aesthetic significance

Historic significance

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