Summary

Fundraising badge for Rose Day made in Australia, circa 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. The obverse features a red rose; around below, ROSE DAY.

Obverse Description

A red rose; around below, ROSE DAY.

Reverse Description

Pin for wearing

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