ROYAL CORPS OF SIGNALS - WW2 period sweetheart badge (1940's)

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For sale is a WW2 period 'sweetheart' badge showing the Royal Corps of Signals regimental badge. This badge features an image of Mercury, the winged messenger of the Gods and the Signal’s motto 'Certa Cito' (Swift and Sure).

The Royal Corps of Signals(commonly known as The Signals) were established in 1920 and continue to be a support unit of the British Army. The Signals’ main functions are to provide a full telecommunications infrastructure and information systems technology for the British Army, wherever they operate in the world. These days, the Signals also provide and maintain defence systems against cyber and nuclear attack.

Sweethearts were unofficial and privately made badges for public sale. These would usually be purchased by members of the armed forces and presented to their ‘loved’ ones as a keepsake while away on active service. Sweetheart badges first became popular during WW1 and again during WW2.

DESCRIPTION:
Size (triangular section only): about 1 3/16" x 1 7/16"(31mm x 36mm).
Material(s): Brass metal with 2 vitreous enamels.
Finish: Gilt.
Fitting: Pin.
Imprint: None
Approximate age: 1940's.

CONDITION:
Very good condition. Pin in good working order. There is a small chip in the red enamel on left side of the crown, but only noticeable under magnification. All other enamels undamaged. Gilt is worn on the ribbon section but in excellent condition on the lower section.
Please see photograph(s), these form part of the description.

POSTAGE:
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RETURNS:
* Return accepted if the item(s) is returned in same condition it left me, then the full Agreed Asking Price will be refunded. Postal costs are not refundable.
* Buyer pays the return postal costs - unless agreed otherwise.

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