Fire Badge
INV2023.575.A-D
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Title
Badge with Buttons and Jewelry Box, Western Australia Fire BrigadesDimensions
2.25 in W x 2.5 in L Item (Overall)
Badge (A)
1 in Diameter
3.142 in Circumference
Buttons (B and C)
3.5 in H x 3.5 in W x 5.75 in L Item (Overall)
Jewelry Box (D). The height is of the box when opened. When closed the height is 1.0 inch.
Count
5 Items (Badge, 2 Buttons, Jewelry Box, and Velvet Board)Description
Matching badge and buttons in a jewelry box for the Western Australia Fire Brigades.The items in detail:
- A (Badge): Silver metal badge for the Western Australia Fire Brigades. The badge is curved. On the top and bottom of the badge are dark navy blue enamel ribbons with silver lettering that reads "W.A. [Western Australia] / FIRE BRIGADES". A silver laurel wreath frames the inner logo image. Next is a pinkish-red enamel ring with silver stripes that looks like a life preserver/buoy ring. On the very center of the badge is an image of a black enamel swan about to take flight from green enamel water against a light blue enamel background. On the back of the badge are three button hooks on the top and sides.
- B and C (Buttons): Two matching silver metal buttons. The buttons are circular and round. The stamped lettering on the buttons reads "W.A. FIRE BRIGADES / 1909". On the center of the buttons is an image of a swan swimming in water. There are button hooks on the back of the buttons.
- D (Jewelry Box): Rounded rectangular shaped jewelry box. Horizontal with two hinges on the back. Shiny silver top and black faux leather base. The interior of the box is lined with off-white polyester fabric. The badge and buttons are attached to an off-white velvet board that can be pulled out from the bottom of the box.