Summary
Musical Day badge made in Australia in 1917.
Fund raising and charity badges were popular at this time as World War I increased Australian's feelings of patriotism. Local communities would often band together and contribute to fund raising activities and events.
Physical Description
A round badge with pin on back.
Obverse Description
Blue lyre within an open wreath; around in blue on a broad white border, 'MUSICAL DAY 1917'.
Reverse Description
Pin for wearing.
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Date Issued
1917 AD
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Overall Dimensions
23 mm (Outside Diameter)
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Shape
Round
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