Lancaster Moor Hospital,Silver Nurses badge

A large silver gilt and enamel badge for Mental Health Nursing at the Lancaster Moor Hospital.Originally founded in 1816 and previously known as the Lancaster County Mental Hospital,it finally closed in 2000.
A nice badge ,unfortunately with slight enamel loss at several areas around the rim but otherwise good. Pin,clasp and safety roller catch all good.Engraved for E.Kitchen ,Silver hallmarks for John Pinches,London 1964.Height 32mm

Code: 52100