Summary
'Abortion Woman's Choice' badge, alternatively known as a button, made by Patrick Bros of Melbourne for the Australian Women's department in 1986. The slogan on this badge, 'Abortion Woman's Choice', indicates it was created for a campaign advocating a woman's right to choose. The badge is part of collection of badges assembled by the donor who was active in left-wing politics at the University of Melbourne, 1979 - 1986.
Physical Description
This is a ciircular badge with royal blue background. The slogan is printed in yellow ink over the face of the badge. Two hands printed in white are stretched out with palms facing and the tips of thumbs and forefingers touching.
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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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Place & Date Used
Students' Representative Council, University of Melbourne (The), Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1979-1986
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Inscriptions
Printed front: ABORTION/ woman's/ choice/ AUS Women's Department Stamped reverse: PATRICK BROS/ MELBOURNE
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Dimensions
45 mm (Outside Diameter)
Measured 2.10.08
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Maximum dimensions
45 mm (Outside Diameter)
Measurement From Conservation.
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Keywords
Gender Issues, Politics, Protest Movements, Women's Movement
