The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (UK) - centenary badge (1947)
A finely made lapel badge issued to commemorate the centenary of The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (1847 – 1947). I think this badge depicts either George or his son Robert Stephenson, but hope someone can confirm which one please? George held the position of President of The Institution of Mechanical Engineers from 1847 to 1849 and his son Robert succeeded him as President from 1849 to 1853.
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers was founded 1847 at Birmingham and moved to London in 1877 then to its current location in 1898. The Institution advocates for and promotes the development of all forms of mechanical engineering and the interchange of information and ideas between professional organisations, schools, universities and the public. The Institution also holds many mechanical engineering competitions with the awarding of annual prizes for different fields of study.
www.imeche.org/Home (The Institution of Mechanical Engineers website).
www.imeche.org/about-us/imeche-engineering-history/instit... (Their history).
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Enamels: 1 (blue).
Finish: Gilt.
Material: Brass.
Fixer: Pin.
Size: ¾” across x 7/8” down (about 20mm x 22mm).
Process: Die stamping.
Makers: No maker’s name or mark.
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (UK) - centenary badge (1947)
A finely made lapel badge issued to commemorate the centenary of The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (1847 – 1947). I think this badge depicts either George or his son Robert Stephenson, but hope someone can confirm which one please? George held the position of President of The Institution of Mechanical Engineers from 1847 to 1849 and his son Robert succeeded him as President from 1849 to 1853.
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers was founded 1847 at Birmingham and moved to London in 1877 then to its current location in 1898. The Institution advocates for and promotes the development of all forms of mechanical engineering and the interchange of information and ideas between professional organisations, schools, universities and the public. The Institution also holds many mechanical engineering competitions with the awarding of annual prizes for different fields of study.
www.imeche.org/Home (The Institution of Mechanical Engineers website).
www.imeche.org/about-us/imeche-engineering-history/instit... (Their history).
.
Enamels: 1 (blue).
Finish: Gilt.
Material: Brass.
Fixer: Pin.
Size: ¾” across x 7/8” down (about 20mm x 22mm).
Process: Die stamping.
Makers: No maker’s name or mark.