| Place | Oceania: Australia |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL/12643 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Badge |
| Physical description | Bullion wire, Wool cloth |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | c 1894 |
Colonial military forces best shot in Company badge dated 1894
Description
Red cloth badge featuring crossed rifles embroidered in gold bullion wire. Above the rifles in gold bullion wire is the date '1894'. The badge is backed with brown paper and a layer of fine hessian.
History / Summary
Gold embroidered marksmanship badges such as this were worn on the sleeve of the left forearm, to indicate that the wearer was the best shot in his Company. Badges could be worn until the next annual qualifying attempt (12 months).