Silly questions (part 48)

[backman]

I know that I should know this but what is the difference between the standard silver/white metal Royal Infirmary Edinburgh pelican badge and the brass version? (please don't say one is silver and the other is brass) What I mean is why was the brass one issued,A Wartime economy thing?

Thanks

[nursesue]

I always assumed it was a wartime thing I never did find conclusive evidence  - although am still looking However did find this on my travels
https://www.nrscotland.gov.uk/research/learning/features/safe-delivery-a-history-of-scottish-midwives

i'll keep searching