New Hall Hey, Auxiliary Hospital,Rossendale Lancs. First World War badge

A brass and enamel badge for the New Hall Hey Auxiliary Hospital in Rossendale Lancs. Opened first in July 1915 it finally closed in 1919, with a complement of 66 beds. see; https://providencechapel.uk/new-hall-hey-military-hospital/

The badge features a red Geneva cross with SJAB St John Ambulance Brigade) to each of the quarters. Auxiliary Hospital appears on the outer blue enamel border and a scroll at the bottom bears the legend New Hall Hey. Good overall condition to face .Rear has a temporary replacement pin. Makers mark for Thomas Fattorini Bolton

Code: 54818