Badge commemorating Jack's Day Appeal

Date1950s

Object number00046534

NameBadge

MediumMetal

DimensionsOverall: 30 x 24 x 4 mm, 2 g

ClassificationsCommemorative artefacts

Credit LineANMM Collection

Terms

DescriptionThis badge was produced by the Flying Angel Club, an international seafarers centre which provides shore facilities for visiting seamen at various port locations in Australia.HistoryCommemorative medals and badges are struck to recognise service not specifically acknowledged by government issues or to reward a particular individual for some noteworthy event or personal achievement. They are also produced for the general public to have some kind of connection with the event or person. SignificanceThis badge reflects the breadth of commemorative ware relating to naval themes. Some were produced as fund raisers, others in memory of an event or a ship but all are tangible relics of naval history.