Bronze Age Gold from Wales

Abernant Colliery, badge

Badge worn by Mark Ashton, co-founder of Lesbians and Gay Men Support the Miners (LGSM). LGSM was founded by Mark Ashton 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.

Gold coloured metal badge with design, miners helmet, and inscription set in green, red and white enamel. Clasp attachment on reverse.

Collection Area

Industry

Item Number

2022.9/2

Creation/Production

unknown
Date: 1985 (circa)

Acquisition

Donation, 5/7/2022

Measurements

Length (mm): 29
Width (mm): 32
Height (mm): 7

Material

metal
enamel

Location

In store

Categories

coal 1980s
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