Lot 492
Collection of Pins and Badges
A collection of some 770 pins, badges, medals and pendants. Most of them from Israel, second half of 20th century (some items are earlier).
Most of the collection consists of pins and badges of IDF units and regiments, among them pins from IDF early years and badges of units which exist to the present day, pins and badges of units and regiments which were dismantled over the years, three war badges, and more.
The collection also includes: • Pin of the Jewish Brigade. • Pins and badges of Israeli Police. • Hundreds of pins and badges of Israeli institutions, youth movements, transportation companies, parties, local and district councils, schools and universities, sports organizations (some pins from sports competitions and races), and more.
About 25 pins are from the first half of the 20th century (some are enamel pins, some are not Israeli).
Total of about 770 items. Size and condition vary. Most items are inserted in designated cardboard covers while others are inserted in paper folders.
