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Royal Air Force gold tone and enamel sweetheart brooch - 3
c. 1939Overview
World War Two era Royal Air Force gold tone and enamel sweetheart brooch.
It features detailed outspread gilded pilot wings flanking a central wreath containing the letters 'RAF' in bright blue enamel, surmounted by a King's Crown with red enamel detailing.
The reverse of the brooch has the maker's name impressed and has a pin clasp for attachment.
Historical information
This sweetheart brooch is one of many produced and sold to servicemen to give to their loved ones during wartime.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-119-RoW00913
Item type
Badges
Collectibles
Ephemera
Jewellery
Personal Effects
Souvenirs
Material
Enamels
Gilt
Metal
Width
58 mm
Height or length
21 mm
Inscriptions and markings
On front of brooch:
"RAF"
On reverse of brooch:
"H.W. MILLER LTD
BHAM 18"
Place made
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Year
Primary significance criteria
Social or spiritual significance
Comparative significance criteria
Interpretive capacity
Last modified
Monday, 15 June, 2026
Completeness
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Reverse of Royal Air Force gold tone and enamel sweetheart brooch - 3 - pin closed
Reverse of Royal Air Force gold tone and enamel sweetheart brooch - 3 - pin open
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