Button Sticks

Object/Artifact

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Waterperry Museum

Name/Title

Button Sticks

Entry/Object ID

2025.1.785

Description

Brass Button Sticks

Context

Bodill Parker has a long and established history in British manufacturing, with roots dating back to 1860. Originally founded by Joseph Bodill, the company grew steadily through the early 20th century, driven by a commitment to quality brassfoundry and skilled workmanship. During both World Wars, we manufactured brass button cleaning and polishing sticks for military use, supporting the upkeep of service uniforms.

Cataloged By

Colin Whittle

Category

Domestic

Acquisition

Accession

2025.1

Source or Donor

Gordon Dempster

Acquisition Method

Transfer

Location

* Untyped Location

C3S2