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ARTIFACT:
This is a rare circa 1920s Coventry Eagle (CE) motorcycle "wings" badge. First known as a Victorian era bicycle manufacturer called Hotchkiss, Mayo & Meek, the company changed its name in 1897. They produced the popular "Flying 8" motorcycle model, among others. The badge is beautifully enameled in two shades of blue and has a Birmingham Medal Company maker mark on reverse. This came to us with two period British women's motorcycle race medals (please see link at bottom of page for more information – medals for sale separately).
VINTAGE:
Circa 1920s.
SIZE:
Approximately 9/16" in height and 1-1/2" in width.
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
Enameled brass.
ATTACHMENT:
Horizontal T-style pin with C catch (catch is damaged and delicate – would need to be repaired for badge to be worn).
MARKINGS:
BIRMINGHAM MEDAL CO.
ITEM NOTES:
This is from an early British motorcycle badge collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MDJX14 LAFEX3/14 SAFEX7/16
CONDITION:
7- (Very Fine-): The badge has some very light wear and tarnish; catch is damaged and delicate – would need to be repaired for badge to be worn.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.
