Summary
'Land Rights before Games' badge, also known as a button, was manufactured by Patricks Badges circa 1982. It supports the indigenous campaign for land rights. The Games referred to are the Commonwealth Games held in Brisbane in 1992.
Physical Description
Circular badge with a yellow background. It has red and black printed text with an Aboriginal person holding an Aboriginal flag. It has a pin on the back.
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Nic Maclellan, 23 Feb 1987
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Manufacturer
Patricks Badges Pty. Ltd., Summer Hill, New South Wales, Australia, circa 1982
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Place & Date Used
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Inscriptions
Printed text obverse: LAND/ RIGHTS/ BEFORE/ GAMES
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Classification
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Type of item
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Dimensions
60 mm (Outside Diameter)
Measured 2.10.08
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Keywords
Indigenous Peoples, Land Rights, Political Protests, Protest Movements
