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 Scout. With light blue jacket, blue hands and red feet this design was made by Miller (although it is not stamped to reverse). Collectors should apply caution when purchasing any badge with no backstamp to ensure it is the real thing.

-- This badge has been verified as geuine by the Golly Auction team --

CONDITION: This badge is in excellent condition. No chips or scratches, please note the few dark lines in the red enamel at the end of the flag pole. The metal shows a patina consistent with age. A lovely example.

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GOLLY GUIDE REFERENCE:	TRADE SPECIMENS

 



Offered for sale with low reserve.