The Glasgow Royal Maternity Hospital, Silver Midwifery Badge

A lovely silver and enamel badge from The Glasgow Maternity Hospital. The badge was introduced in 1959 and was designed by the then Matron and staff.The oval design consists of a central blue enamel circle showing two white snowdrops,the first flowers of spring,depicting new life after the dark winter-Symbolic of new birth after pregnancy.On a pale blue band round the edge are ,at top,a representation of St Mungo,the patron Saint of Glasgow and ,at bottom the cross of Saint Andrew.The hospital title is around the sides of the badge.In excellent condition with minimal surface abrasions.Pin,clasp and safety roller catch all good.Makers mark for Thomas Fattorini Limited Birmingham.Silver hallmarks for TF Birmingham 1960.Height 37mm

Code: 53390