DESCRIPTION: Older badges of the white waistcoat era are known in an interesting variety. Known as the 'Trade Specimens' they are identical to the issued badges, but have no mount or pin on the back at all. The backs are completely plain. Limited numbers of each badge were produced to show what the badges were like - presumably before being fully approved by Robertsons. Odd individual specimens may be found and a few complete sets survive. For sale in this auction we have the Trade Specimen Bagpiper. With dark blue jacket, blue hands and red feet this design was made by Fattorini although it does not carry a backstamp to reverse.

CONDITION: This badge is in excellent condition. No chips or scratches. The metal is bright and clean. A lovely example.

Please make no mistake, these examples are not easy to find.

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GOLLY GUIDE REFERENCE:	TRADE SPECIMENS

 



Offered for sale with low reserve.