United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Member’s Badge for Ladies, c.1950 Auction Archive measuring 65 mm (w) x

measuring 65 mm (w) x 23 mm (h))

Although there are few stains on the back between the shoulders and age discolouration in the collar

its talons gripping a wreath swastika below

Chipping evident in the white enamels on the elephant's trunk

Höchst (Frankfurt/Main) between January 3 and March 31

United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Member’s Badge for Ladies, c.1950 Auction Archive measuring 65 mm (w) xInstituted June 4 1917. In silver, a members badge, measures 47. 19 mm (w) x 63. 12 mm (h), with the original ladies bow of red and grey silk, unmarked, in extremely fine condition. Contained in original case of issue, a black leatherette, lid marked M. B. E, interior lid marked TOYE, KENNING & SPENCER LIMITED LONDON, with removable velvet, measures 145 mm (w) x 130 mm (h) x 20 mm (d), light wear, strong hinge, very fine.