Objects of Substance - The 150 Year Badge

The commemorative badge is inspired by those versions, reimagined to celebrate the School's 150th year and has been gifted to all students and staff of Brisbane Girls Grammar School in our sesquicentenary year. It blends, to use the terminology of Marion Morison, badge and brooch. The decision to create a 150 Year badge was based on the rationale that the badge is the ultimate and lasting symbol of the School and to design a special ‘once off’ was in keeping with precedent previously set, as part of the 140 Year celebrations, and reflective of our history. It was conceived as an elegant, tangible piece for every girl that would create a talking point and reinforce our history in the consciousness of our community. The 140 Year celebratory badge was well received and viewed as significant by the students who were gifted it, wore it, and treasured it. The unique 150 Year badge will feel particularly special.

The 2015 140th anniversary badge and the 2025 gold-plated Sesquicentenary badge.

2024 Photograve Pty Ltd design drawings