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Webley badges for sale 

With thanks to David for the heads up.



 


   
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Webley factory worker enamel gift badge (c.1940s) 

With thanks to David. He says:

These were strictly for factory personnel, not sold publicly. Known examples sometimes appear in antique badge dealers for serious money, reflecting their scarcity. They are also numbered, mine is 2020. Sally Bosleys well known Badge Shop has one for sale at the moment Sally Bosleys Badge Shop | Shop

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Here’s an image of the badge you asked about: You’re referring to the Webley & Scott worker’s factory lapel badge, a rare original piece from the 1940s. It’s small—roughly 27 mm × 11 mm—and made of gilt brass inlaid with black enamel. The design features a gilt flying bullet and “W & S” inscription. The reverse is impressed with maker details (“Fattorini & Sons Ltd Bradford Works Birmingham”) and carries an official issue number.


   
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Webley badge collection 

With thanks to David.


   
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