A typical British made R.A.N.R. (Royal Australian Naval Reserve) shoulder badge

This is a neat example of a typical British made R.A.N.R. (Royal Australian Naval Reserve) shoulder badge. In late 1920, the Navy Board proposed the creation of an Royal Australian Naval Volunteer Reserve scheme, with approaches made to yachting and rowing clubs, starting in New South Wales, South Australia, Victoria, and Tasmania. During World War II, most Australian coastwatchers were commissioned as officers in the RANVR. Some RANVR officers also served in the Royal Navy, and with the Royal Canadian Navy. One officer also served as the Royal Navy liaison officer to the Soviet Navy. This example is in a perfect un-issued condition.

Code: 52004