Summary
Alternative Name(s): Button
Campaign badge for Dick Hamer. Dick Hamer, who becamer Sir Rupert Hamer in 1982, was Premier of Victoria for the Lilberal Party from 1972 to 1981. Badge made by Patrick Bros, Melbourne.
Part of collection of buttons assembled by donor while active in left-wing politics at University of Melbourne 1979 - 86.
Physical Description
Circular button, white background, blue print with picture of Hamer above head and shoulders. Gold-coloured safety pin attached to back.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr Bill Watson, 30 Oct 1990
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Manufacturer
Patrick Bros., Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1979-1981
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Place Used
Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1979-1981
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Person Depicted
Sir Rupert J. Hamer AC,KCMG, ED - Victoria: Premier's Office
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Inscriptions
Printed front: Hamer makes it/happen. Stamped reverse: PATRICK BROS/MELBOURNE.
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
4.4 cm (Length), 0.4 cm (Width)
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Keywords
Politicians, Election Campaigns, Political Parties, Badges, Victorian State Premiers
