Sky badge
Record status
Individual type · partial
This object is a die-cut metal badge produced in the shape of the logo for the musical group Sky. The badge outlines the band's distinctive stylized typographic lettering in silver-coloured metal, creating interconnected characters that spell out the band's name. Each letter segment is inlaid with red enamel, enclosed by the raised silvery metal borders. On the reverse side, a fastening pin is fitted with a circular metallic clutch fastener to allow the badge to be attached to clothing or accessories.
The badge is formed from metal and enamel, produced through the techniques of die cutting and enamelling. It measures 1.5 centimetres in height and 4 centimetres in width. The die-cut design follows the irregular upper and lower contours of the lettering rather than resting on a solid geometric base plate. The badge is recorded under accession number S.628-1985 in the museum's Entertainment and Leisure category.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Historical context
Badges displaying a band or artist's name gained popularity from the 1960s, showing the wearer's allegiance to a particular musical group and subculture, particularly during the 1970s and 1980s. Sky was a British instrumental band formed in the 1970s that combined rock, classical, and jazz musical styles. Its membership included prominent musicians such as John Williams, Herbie Flowers, and Francis Monkman.
Physical characteristics
- Dimensions
- Height: 1.5 cm; Width: 4 cm
Identification
- Source note
- Transcribed from the Victoria and Albert Museum collection record for this single object; how far it represents a wider collectible type has not been independently verified.
- Museum object name
- Sky badge
- Museum object number
- S.628-1985
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.