Summary
Alternative Name(s): Button
This badge was made by the Patrick Brothers, circa 1979 - 1986 and used in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, around the same time. It was part of collection of buttons assembled by donor while active in left-wing politics at University of Melbourne 1979 - 86
Physical Description
Circular button - yellow background - red writing around rim at top - and smaller red writing below design in centre. Modification of Australian crest - with kangaroo hiding behind shield and emu with head in the sand; a mushroom cloud coming out of top of shield. Pin at back fastened beneath rim.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
Public Life & Institutions, Clothing & Textiles, Politics & Society
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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, 1979-1986
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Collector
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Inscriptions
On front: TAKE A STAND AUSTRALIA/ STOP URANIUM/MUSHROOMING/AUSTRALIA. On back: PATRICK BROS/MELBOURNE.
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Classification
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
4.4 cm (Length), 0.3 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Political Protests, Politics, Activism, Peace Movements, Peace