The London Hospital School of Nursing Large 1st Pattern Badge

A Nice example of the rare First Pattern badge from the London Hospital.This large size proved too heavy for wear weighing down the nurses aprons when attached.It was replaced by the smaller badge in the similar design.This comes in it's original case from John Pinches of London,which bears the crest of the hospital upon the lid,There slight lifting of some of the edges to the paper cover of the box but this can be repaired.
The badge itself is in uncleaned condition and the face is in good condition except for one small pin hole to the red enamel in the upper arm of the cross.The rear has lost its securing clasp and I have not replaced this( I am able to get a professional repair done by my jeweller however this will incur an extra cost).
The pin is intact.It is engraved to Ellen M Hazell August 1928-August 1931 November 1932 London Hospital J Pinches London.Weight 33 grammes Height 47mm
A desirable badge,in good condition.For your opportunity to own this badge do please contact me if wish to discuss reserving this badge and purchasing it over a period.

Code: 50165