H.M.S Blue Ranger Pattern Badge

Manufacturer Malta Dry Docks (1963 - 2010)

Period20th century

Classification(s)

Badges

Object TypePattern Badge; Crest Badge

Registration NumberMMM 001513

DescriptionPattern is a circle-shaped badge and depicts a fisherman's bait with hole. The border of the badge is elevated, mimicking a stranded rope. On its uppermost part we find the vessel's name in a rectangular box, topped with a naval crown.

Launched in January 1941, RFA Blue Ranger was a Ranger-class oiler, a fleet support tanker of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary. During WW2, the vessel served with the Home Fleet whereas during the years subsequent to it, with the Mediterranean Fleet, often at Malta.
InscriptionsOn recto "BLUERANGER". On verso, bottom, in pencil "A25".Material

Aluminium

Technique

Cast in aluminium

DimensionsOverall: 16 × 20.7 cm, 0.5 kg

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