Lot 244
Sale 133 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
Special Service Squadron, (1923-24), Welcome badge in silvered (30mm), pin-back. Hairlines on reverse, otherwise good very fine.
The Special Service Squadron comprised of battle cruisers HMS Hood and HMS Repulse and light cruisers HMS Delhi, HMS Danae, HMS Dragon, HMS Dauntless and HMAS Adelaide and it visited various ports in Australia in 1923-24. Known as the Empire Cruise or World Cruise it was known by the ships' crews as 'The Booze Cruise.'
- Estimate
- $50
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $30