Silver Two Piece Nurses Belt Buckle,Sir Joshua Reynolds "Angel's Heads"

An impressive two piece silver nurses buckle mounted onto a Blue Petersham belt.The design is based upon the painting by Sir Joshua Reynolds of five "angel's heads".See
;https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artworks/reynolds-a-childs-portrait-in-different-views-angels-heads-n00182

Each central motif is edged by a variety of leaves and scrolls.Condition is good with minimal wear and no obvious damage or scratches.It is hallmarked to the front for HM (Henry Matthews )Birmingham 1900.Width 142mm Height 67mm Clasp and belt loops all intact.Always a popular design the same image also appears on the badge for St Mary's Hospital Manchester Maternity branch.

Code: 52979