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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