Central Midwives Board For Scotland,Midwives badge

This pendant badge was awarded by the Central Midwives Board For Scotland,originally in this red enamelled finish but from the late 1940s in a blue enamel version.The design was changed again in 1962 .It consists of a Thistle ,the symbol for Scotland with a red enamel border.The suspension bar bears the title Certified Midwife.In silver plated metal,this badge retains its original finish with only minor signs of wear .Pin and clasp good ,with a suspension ring for a safety chain if required.Engraved to the rear 7057 Mary B Brown 5.5.1926 with maker mark for K&S Edin.(Kenning & Spencer)Height 43mm

Code: 54006