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Australia's Independent Optometrists (aio) Name Badge

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Catalogue Number: 3446
Australia's Independent Optometrists (aio) Name Badge
Category: Memorabilia and ephemera
Sub-Category: Badges, pins
Institution: Australia's Independent Optometrists (aio)
Time Period: 1940 to 1999
Place Of Publication/Manufacture: Melbourne
Publisher/Manufacturer: Australia's Independent Optometrists (aio)
Description Of Item: Rectangular laminated plastic name badge 75 mm x 35 mm with white laminated front with aio logo and Australia's Independent Optometrists printed in green and Colin Bates engraved to reveal the green backing layer. Back of badge has a white plastic spring clip and safety pin to allow attachment to clothing.
Historical Significance: Australia's Independent Optometrists (aio) was set up by the Australian Optometrists Association to promote a corporate image for independent full scope optometrists. The organisation also provided commercial advantages for its members. aio was later renamed Provision. See also Cat. No. 2756 - aio tie.
How Acquired: Donated by Colin Bates
Date Acquired: 5-6-2017
Condition: Good. White surface discoloured
Location: Archive room. West wall. Unit 3 Drawer 3

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