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WWI era Soldiers' Dependents' Day enamel badge

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Angus & Coote

c. 1918

Overview

World War One era, oval shaped, gilt and enamel Soldiers' Dependents' Day badge.
It features a central, raised gilt profile of a marching Australian soldier with a rifle over his shoulder, surrounded by a vibrant blue enamel inlay. The outer red enamel border reads 'SOLDIERS' DEPENDENTS' DAY' in gilt lettering.
The reverse of the badge has a vertical pin clasp for attachment and the maker's name 'ANGUS & COOTE LD SYDNEY' embossed in raised lettering.

Historical information

This patriotic badge was produced to raise charity funds, especially during the latter stages of World War One. Money raised went directly toward supporting the wives, children, and families of servicemen deployed overseas.

Details

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-119-RoW00889

Item type

Badges

Collectibles

Ephemera

Themes

War and Conflict

War and Conflict > World War 1

Material

Enamels

Gilt

Metal

Width

18 mm

Height or length

26 mm

Inscriptions and markings

On front of badge:

"SOLDIERS' DEPENDENTS' DAY"

On reverse of badge:

"ANGUS & COOTE LD
SYDNEY

Keywords

World War One

Badges & Buttons

Fundraising

Home Front

History - Social

Place made

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Year

Primary significance criteria

Historic significance

Social or spiritual significance

Comparative significance criteria

Interpretive capacity

Last modified

Thursday, 14 May, 2026

Completeness

100

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