{"title":"Vintage Badges Pins \u0026 Jewellery","description":"\u003cp\u003eA selection of Carefully hand picked Vintage and Antique Jewellery Memorabilia and Curios \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-1960s-flying-game-bird-cufflinks-stick-pin-boxed-set-pat-2920363","title":"Vintage 1960s Flying Game Bird Cufflinks \u0026 Stick Pin Boxed Set Pat 2920363","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperb vintage matching gentleman’s jewellery set featuring a pair of detailed flying game bird cufflinks together with a matching long stick pin \/ lapel pin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe birds have wonderfully detailed textured feathering and a gold-tone finish, with each depicted in flight. The cufflinks retain their original pivoting toggle fittings, one of which is stamped \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePAT. 2920363\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a US cufflink mechanism patent granted in 1960.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in a lovely burgundy fitted jewellery box, making this an especially attractive complete vintage set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fantastic piece for a collector of vintage gentleman’s accessories, country sporting memorabilia, game bird or pheasant collectables, or simply as a distinctive set to wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage condition with age-related wear as shown in the photographs. No precious metal content is claimed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57093099094356,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_d6705480-7e83-4570-84d6-430be45a83a0.heic?v=1789052344"},{"product_id":"vintage-1950s-association-of-british-aero-clubs-abac-pilot-wings-badge-fattorini","title":"Vintage 1950s Association of British Aero Clubs ABAC Pilot Wings Badge Fattorini","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal vintage Association of British Aero Clubs ABAC pilot wings badge, believed to date from the late 1950s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA superb piece of British civil aviation memorabilia featuring outspread wings with a blue enamel centre depicting two flying swifts and Association of British Aero Clubs lettering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse is stamped \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eF\u0026amp;S B’HAM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, for Fattorini \u0026amp; Sons of Birmingham, renowned British makers of badges, medals and insignia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete with original pin fitting to the reverse. Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e59mm wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA particularly attractive collectable for enthusiasts of British aviation history, flying clubs, pilot badges, Fattorini memorabilia and vintage enamel badges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good vintage condition with light age-related wear and patina. The enamel presents extremely well. Please study photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#AviationBadge #Fattorini #PilotWings #AviationMemorabilia #VintageBadge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57097175007572,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_12ed6609-3aea-48e1-907a-6535d1909f05.jpg?v=1789066702"},{"product_id":"vintage-french-revolution-1789-jean-paul-marat-style-commemorative-stick-pin","title":"Vintage French Revolution 1789 Jean Paul Marat Style Commemorative Stick Pin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnusual vintage commemorative stick pin featuring a raised male portrait believed to represent French revolutionary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJean Paul Marat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe circular bronze tone medallion bears the date \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1789\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, associated with the beginning of the French Revolution. The portrait has the distinctive wrapped head covering seen in depictions of Marat, although the sitter has not been conclusively identified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounted on a long traditional stick pin with an attractive aged patina. A fascinating historical curiosity with strong visual appeal, ideal for collectors of French Revolution memorabilia, political history, antique and vintage pins or unusual historical pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExact age and origin are unknown. It is being offered as a later commemorative piece and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot as an item dating from 1789 itself\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully for condition, age and design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#FrenchRevolution #JeanPaulMarat #StickPin #HistoricalMemorabilia #AntiqueCurio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57097464414548,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_0a837a19-8559-4d8b-b533-69adc813c2f7.jpg?v=1789067347"},{"product_id":"vintage-queens-jubilee-1977-commemorative-pin-badge","title":"Vintage Queens Jubilee 1977 Commemorative Pin Badge","description":"\u003cp\u003eA piece of history from 1977\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Badge is celebrating its 49th year ideal for collectors\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57102098727252,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_c035b63d-67b1-4e3d-a19f-b4e4392aaeda.jpg?v=1789117121"},{"product_id":"vintage-iee-50-year-institution-of-electrical-engineers-enamel-stick-pin-badge","title":"Vintage IEE 50 Year Institution of Electrical Engineers Enamel Stick Pin Badge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage I.E.E. Institution of Electrical Engineers 50 year enamel stick pin badge featuring the Institution crest and traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDISCE DOCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e motto.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful red, blue, white and gilt enamel design with the number 50 beneath the crest, mounted on a long gold-tone stick pin with protective end cap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe IEE was the historic British professional institution for electrical engineers and later became part of the Institution of Engineering and Technology. The coat of arms featured on this badge was granted to the IEE in 1948.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely piece of British engineering history and an unusual collectable for anyone interested in electrical engineering, professional institutions, industrial memorabilia or vintage enamel badges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, particularly the enamel and gilt finish. Please study photographs for the overall condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#IEE #ElectricalEngineering #VintageBadge #EngineeringMemorabilia #EnamelPin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115056013652,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_977150ea-6581-454f-98b5-13ca9b788073.jpg?v=1789209276"},{"product_id":"vintage-national-trust-oak-leaf-green-enamel-stick-pin-badge-fattorini","title":"Vintage National Trust Oak Leaf Green Enamel Stick Pin Badge Fattorini","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage National Trust oak leaf stick pin badge featuring the traditional oak sprig emblem in deep green enamel with a gold-tone finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFattorini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the renowned British badge and insignia manufacturer, with the maker’s details stamped to the reverse. Fattorini has a long history of producing enamel badges and insignia in Britain.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely vintage National Trust collectable with the long stick-pin fitting and original protective end cap still present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn excellent clean condition with bright enamel and gilt finish. Please study all photographs as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#NationalTrust #Fattorini #VintageBadge #StickPin #EnamelBadge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115106345300,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_d82d99f0-8949-48c5-8904-f9633d31a350.jpg?v=1789210185"},{"product_id":"vintage-sophos-gold-tone-tie-clip-mid-century-patent-511699","title":"Vintage Sophos Gold Tone Tie Clip Mid Century Patent 511699","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Sophos gold-tone tie clip with a classic understated mid-century design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSOPHOS PAT. 511699\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to the reverse, with the original sprung fastening mechanism. Sophos produced a range of British vintage gentlemen’s accessories including tie clips, tie bars and cufflinks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA smart piece of vintage menswear, ideal for wearing or adding to a collection of mid-century gentlemen’s accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn excellent vintage condition with a bright gold-tone finish. Please study all photographs as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#Sophos #VintageTieClip #MidCentury #VintageMenswear #TieBar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115156971860,"sku":null,"price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_c2dfd51c-ef5f-467a-bb78-e2c42ce25857.jpg?v=1789210550"},{"product_id":"vintage-1970s-no-common-market-anti-eec-union-jack-political-badge","title":"Vintage 1970s No Common Market Anti EEC Union Jack Political Badge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal vintage British political campaign badge featuring a Union Jack design with the bold slogan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNO COMMON MARKET NO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDating from the period of British opposition to membership of the European Economic Community, or Common Market, most likely \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecirca 1971–1975\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Britain joined the EEC in 1973, followed by the 1975 referendum on whether the UK should remain a member. Surviving museum collections confirm that anti-Common-Market badges were being produced for the 1975 campaign.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fascinating piece of British political and social history with obvious crossover appeal to collectors of political memorabilia, referendum material, EEC history and later Brexit-related collecting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal pin fitting remains to the reverse. Good vintage condition with age-related wear visible to the metal back. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#PoliticalBadge #CommonMarket #EEC #VintageBadge #BritishHistory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115188068692,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_83fef293-0571-4004-aa4b-5649befb8873.jpg?v=1789210990"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-edwardian-gilt-brass-floral-brooch-forget-me-not-style","title":"Antique Victorian Edwardian Gilt Brass Floral Brooch Forget Me Not Style","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharming antique floral brooch featuring two detailed forget-me-not style flowers in a warm gilt brass finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLikely dating from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elate Victorian to Edwardian period, circa 1890–1910\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a long steel pin and simple open C-catch fitting typical of jewellery from this era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pressed floral design gives it a lovely decorative look, while the age and construction make it an appealing piece for collectors of antique jewellery, Victorian accessories and sentimental flower motifs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe flower design is reminiscent of traditional forget-me-nots, a popular symbol of remembrance and affection in Victorian and Edwardian jewellery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn good antique condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with its age. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#VictorianBrooch #EdwardianJewellery #AntiqueBrooch #FloralBrooch #ForgetMeNot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115227554132,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_9a6ef9c1-70eb-4bc9-aa16-b774360a2d3d.jpg?v=1789211510"},{"product_id":"rare-vintage-1950s-our-chalet-girl-guides-wagggs-switzerland-pin-badge","title":"Rare vintage 1950s Our Chalet Girl Guides WAGGGS Switzerland pin badge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRare vintage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Chalet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pin badge dating from around the 1950s, depicting the famous international Girl Guide and Girl Scout World Centre at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdelboden, Switzerland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe detailed relief design features the distinctive Our Chalet building surrounded by Alpine scenery and flowers, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOUR CHALET\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e prominently displayed across the bottom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Chalet opened in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1932\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and was the first World Centre established by the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS), making this a fascinating piece of international Guiding history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn unusual early collectable with its original safety-pin style fastening to the reverse. No maker’s marks are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn excellent vintage condition, particularly to the detailed front design. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely addition to a collection of Girl Guides, Girl Scouts, WAGGGS, Scouting or Our Chalet memorabilia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#OurChalet #GirlGuides #WAGGGS #VintageBadge #GirlScouts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115304395092,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_959d0303-c920-4e6a-a8e0-73fb6952d6d2.jpg?v=1789212361"},{"product_id":"rare-1940s-pea-nut-club-raf-guinea-pig-club-fundraising-badge","title":"Rare 1940s Pea-Nut Club RAF Guinea Pig Club Fundraising Badge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal vintage Pea-Nut Club fundraising badge dating from the 1940s, featuring the distinctive peanut design against a dark blue background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pea-Nut Club was associated with fundraising in support of the famous Guinea Pig Club, whose members included badly burned RAF aircrew treated by pioneering plastic surgeon Sir Archibald McIndoe at Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead during and following the Second World War.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fascinating and unusual piece of British wartime social, medical and RAF history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal long pin fastening remains to the reverse, with age-related patina and wear consistent with its age. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful little badge with a remarkable story behind it and an interesting addition to a collection of WWII, RAF, Guinea Pig Club or wartime fundraising memorabilia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#PeaNutClub #GuineaPigClub #RAFMemorabilia #WWIICollectable #VintageBadge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115397488980,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_769ba7ce-cfc4-4652-88e2-d4ed94ce4104.jpg?v=1789213460"},{"product_id":"vintage-fattorini-national-blood-transfusion-service-donor-enamel-brooch","title":"Vintage Fattorini National Blood Transfusion Service Donor Enamel Brooch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage British National Blood Transfusion Service blood donor brooch, believed to date from around the 1950s–1960s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures the distinctive crowned twin-heart emblem associated with the National Blood Transfusion Service, with contrasting black and white enamel hearts against a beautifully textured deep red enamel background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eF \u0026amp; S\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to the reverse for Fattorini \u0026amp; Sons, the renowned British manufacturer of badges, medals and insignia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold-tone bar brooch construction with original hinged pin fastening. A fascinating piece of British medical and social history connected with the development of the post-war national blood donation service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage condition with age-related wear and patina. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#BloodDonor #Fattorini #VintageBrooch #MedicalHistory #EnamelBadge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115479867732,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_16660a45-c647-492e-81da-043f90c86d2e.jpg?v=1789213978"},{"product_id":"vintage-ballroom-dancing-badge-freshwater-iow-olympic-rings-mark","title":"Vintage Ballroom Dancing Badge Freshwater IOW Olympic Rings Mark","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnusual vintage enamel dancing badge featuring a dancing couple within a large blue enamel letter C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse has a particularly interesting stamped mark featuring five interlocking rings together with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFRESHWATER 2552 I.O.W.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, referring to Freshwater on the Isle of Wight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe five-ring mark has the appearance of the familiar Olympic rings, although the exact organisation, maker and nature of any Olympic association have not yet been confirmed, so the badge is being sold as unidentified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLovely vintage construction with blue and white enamel, gold-tone detailing and original pin fastening. There is age-related wear and patina to the reverse consistent with its age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn intriguing piece for collectors of vintage dancing, ballroom, Isle of Wight, enamel badge or sporting memorabilia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#BallroomDancing #VintageBadge #IsleOfWight #EnamelBadge #DanceMemorabilia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115664875860,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_b215a0ed-1b77-4bb1-8313-d8700f1e54a5.jpg?v=1789215162"},{"product_id":"vintage-1950s-1960s-national-cycling-proficiency-enamel-badge","title":"Vintage 1950s 1960s National Cycling Proficiency Enamel Badge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal vintage National Cycling Proficiency enamel badge, awarded to children who successfully completed the British Cycling Proficiency Test.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures the classic triangular red enamel design with a cyclist to the centre and the words \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Cycling Proficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e around the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe National Cycling Proficiency Scheme was introduced nationally in 1958 and became a familiar part of British childhood, teaching generations of schoolchildren road safety and practical cycling skills. Successful participants received a certificate and badge.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely piece of British cycling, road safety and social-history memorabilia with plenty of nostalgic appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal pin fastening remains to the reverse. Good vintage condition with age-related wear. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#CyclingProficiency #VintageBadge #CyclingBadge #RoSPA #BritishNostalgia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115816460628,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_4461c609-2e8e-465b-b2fe-c5b37876fa42.jpg?v=1789215505"},{"product_id":"vintage-air-training-corps-atc-venture-adventure-gilt-pin-badge","title":"Vintage Air Training Corps ATC Venture Adventure Gilt Pin Badge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage British Air Training Corps pin badge featuring the traditional ATC eagle emblem surrounded by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAir Training Corps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e lettering and the famous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVenture Adventure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e motto beneath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive gilt-tone openwork construction with an older style long pin and rolled catch fastening to the reverse. The construction and fitting suggest a mid-20th-century example, although the exact date is unknown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Air Training Corps was established in 1941 and has a long association with the Royal Air Force, aviation training and British youth organisations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely piece of British aviation and military-related social history, ideal for collectors of RAF, ATC, cadet force and vintage insignia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage condition with genuine age-related wear and patina. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#AirTrainingCorps #ATC #RAFMemo rabilia #VintageBadge #MilitaryCollectable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115895497044,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_618ccc71-eb3a-4650-bc4f-0c5760f3d7bc.jpg?v=1789216573"},{"product_id":"vintage-royal-engineers-eiir-miniature-enamel-regimental-emblem-18-6mm","title":"Vintage Royal Engineers EIIR Miniature Enamel Regimental Emblem 18.6mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall vintage Royal Engineers enamel regimental emblem featuring the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEIIR Royal Cypher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Queen’s Crown, laurel wreath and traditional Royal Engineers insignia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18.6 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is considerably smaller than a standard Royal Engineers cap badge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse is completely smooth with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno pin, lugs, mounting marks or evidence of a fitting having broken away\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, suggesting it may originally have been produced as a small decorative emblem or insert for another item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EIIR cypher dates the design to the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1952–2022\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive red and blue enamel with gilt-tone detailing and age-related wear and patina. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn unusual little piece for collectors of Royal Engineers, British Army and regimental memorabilia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#RoyalEngineers #MilitaryBadge #RegimentalBadge #BritishArmy #MilitaryCollectable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57115951137108,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_7bbc57fe-6e59-455e-be9d-887c6075fb85.jpg?v=1789217645"},{"product_id":"vintage-royal-corps-of-signals-eiir-miniature-enamel-regimental-emblem-18-2mm","title":"Vintage Royal Corps of Signals EIIR Miniature Enamel Regimental Emblem 18.2mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall vintage Royal Corps of Signals enamel regimental emblem featuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMercury\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, traditionally known within the Corps as “Jimmy”, standing on a globe beneath the Queen’s Crown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design includes the Royal Signals motto \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCERTA CITO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Swift and Sure”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The motto was incorporated into the Corps badge design from 1947.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18.2 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a miniature emblem rather than a standard cap badge. The reverse is completely smooth with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno pin, lugs, mounting marks or evidence of a fitting having broken away\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, suggesting it may originally have been produced as a decorative emblem or insert for another item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterestingly, it closely matches another miniature British Army regimental emblem from the same group in both size and construction, although its precise original mounting purpose remains unidentified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive blue enamel with gilt-tone detailing and age-related wear consistent with its age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fascinating little piece for collectors of the Royal Corps of Signals, British Army insignia and military memorabilia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#RoyalSignals #RoyalCorpsOfSignals #MilitaryBadge #BritishArmy #MilitaryCollectable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Cottage Collectables ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57116063236436,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/files\/FullSizeRender_ebc58f44-6ee9-4981-b7df-ac308bd283cc.jpg?v=1789218694"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/2464\/7508\/collections\/FullSizeRender.heic?v=1789052291","url":"https:\/\/countrycottagecollectables.uk\/collections\/vintage-badges-pins-jewellery.oembed","provider":"Country Cottage Collectables  ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}