Fish Hawker Badge no.204
Period20th century
Classification(s)
Object TypeFish Hawker Badge
Registration NumberMMM 004461
DescriptionThe fish hawker badge was numbered uniquely for the owner. It was worn by the hawker with a band on the arm while purchasing fish intended for resale, on auction from the Fish Market. It was also used by the female relatives of fishermen who went into towns and villages selling fish. The Fisheries Department had issued such a metal badge to replace paper work which was inconvenient to carry around.InscriptionsOn recto, engraved in metal "Fish - 204 - Hawker".MaterialMetal
Dimensions10cmAlternate ID Numbers
- HM Object Number 87040
- Inventory Card 51331-2
Online Collections
Public Access
Not on viewMuseumMalta Maritime Museum
Location
- Malta Maritime Museum, Reserve Collection
