Bronze Age Gold from Wales
Upper Rhondda Centre Miners Strike 1984-85, badge
Badge worn by Mike Jackson, co-founder of Lesbians and Gay Men Support the Miners (LGSM). LGSM was founded by Mark Aston and Mike Jackson to support striking miners during the 1984-85 miners’ strike. The London branch twinned with the Neath, Dulais and Swansea Valley Miners’ Support Group, which embraced several collieries from the three valleys. LGSM members were presented with badges by miners from collieries in the area.
Circular brass badge with headgear, crossed tool and dram at centre set in green and white enamel. Inscription around set in black enamel. Pin clasp on reverse.
Collection Area
Industry
Item Number
2022.6/2
Creation/Production
Toye, Kenning and Spencer Ltd
Date: 1985 (circa)
Acquisition
Donation, 12/4/2022
Measurements
diameter (mm): 21
Height (mm): 8
Weight (g): 7.6
Material
metal
enamel
Location
In store
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