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ARTIFACT:
This is a numbered 1953 registered maternity nurse pin from New Zealand. The pin came to us along with two other pins (they are listed at the bottom of this page). This pin and one of the others are engraved on reverse with the same name: E. J. Hobson.
VINTAGE:
Circa 1953.
SIZE:
Approximately 1-1/16" in diameter.
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
Gold-plated brass, enamel.
ATTACHMENT:
Horizontal British kick (Y) pin with tongue-style C catch.
MARKINGS:
1953 E. J. HOBSON 9531.
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a nursing collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay07/15/19 VAJX07 LAAEX1/12
CONDITION:
8 (Excellent-): The pin shows very light wear on reverse only and all enamel is intact.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.