Johannesburg Municipal Tramways (JMT) uniform button, associated with the municipality-operated tramway system of Johannesburg during the twentieth century. This 24mm button features the organisation’s recognised device in clear relief, featuring the JMT monogram, all executed in white metal.
The Johannesburg Municipal Tramways played a crucial role in the tram transport of the Johannesburg area. Buttons of this type were worn by tramway staff and officials, forming part of formal uniform dress and institutional identity.
Manufactured in white metal with a loop shank fitting to the reverse, this example provides a well-defined representation of colonial-era railway insignia. Johannesburg Municipal Tramways buttons are collected as examples of transport history, British Empire memorabilia, and twentieth-century uniform components.
Dimensions
24mm diameter
Condition
Very good overall condition with clear detailing and a well-preserved surface. Minor signs of age-related wear and use may be present. Shank to the reverse remains intact and secure. No significant damage or repairs are evident.
