Victorian QVC Militia Battalions Universal Other Ranks White Metal Shako Badge

A die struck Victorian white metal other ranks shako badge with two copper loops to the reverse (likely contemporary replacements, but neatly done). It comprises the Royal Crest to the centre of a Garter Strap upon a crowned multi-rayed star plate. Circa 7.9cms tall and 6.7cms wide.

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Code: 64983

1st Volunteer Battalion VB Buckinghamshire / Bucks Rifle Volunteer Corps (RVC) Slouch Hat Badge

King's crown blackened brass slouch hat badge with two lugs and securing post at base plus tabs to secure the original red velvet backing. The Swan from the Arms of Buckinghamshire to the centre of a crowned circlet bearing the title, " 1st.Bucks Rifle Volunteers ". A very pleasing example. Worn 1902 - 1908. Raised in 1859 at Great Marlow with HQ in Institute Road.

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Code: 65186

1st Battalion Monmouthshire Regiment ( Territorial Force ) White Metal Cap Badge

White metal die struck cap badge with original tapering slider to the reverse. Slightly polished, but attractively so. Worn circa 1908 - 1922.

Gaylor, plate 23 refers.

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Code: 55559

5th West York Militia Officer's Silver Plated Waist Belt Clasp ( WBC ) - Also of Yorkshire Regiment ( Green Howards ) Interest

A rare, silvered, waist-belt clasp for an officer of The 5th West York Militia with matching benchmarks ( No 1). In excellent condition with some tarnishing. Raised in 1853.

In 1881, the 5th West Yorks Militia became the 3rd Militia Battalion the Yorkshire Regiment ( Green Howards ). See Hayes "The Constitutional Force" p.295).

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Code: 60188

3rd Volunteer Battalion (VB) Devonshire Regiment Other Ranks White Metal Cap Badge

Die struck in white metal with two original loops to the reverse (some twisting) and of two part construction with an applied scroll. As per Hugh King's collection sold by Bosley's 20th January 2010 Lot 380. Circa 1901 - 1908. In very good condition.

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Code: 63243

Honourable Artillery Company (HAC) Senior NCO / Sergeants Bi Metal Cap Badge

Of two part construction with original slider. Worn pre 1950. In very good condition.

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Code: 63883

Northamptonshire Regiment Militia 3rd and 4th Battalions 'Horseshoe' Pattern Large Curved Brass Shoulder Title

A large title with two original loops to the reverse, similar to the horseshoe design of one of the badges of the Northampton and Rutland Regiments of Militia. A touch of verdigris to the edge of the 'RT' otherwise in very good condition. Scarce.

Westlake No 1236 refers.

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Code: 64452

Inns of Court OTC ( 27th London Regiment ) Blackened Brass Metal Shoulder Title

Blackened finish worn away in part with service wear, three original lugs remaining. Worn between 1908 and 1932.

Westlake No 1567 refers

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Code: 63749

1st Northumberland and Berwick-upon-Tweed Rifle Volunteers Other Ranks Blackened Helmet Plate

Other Ranks Helmet Plate, worn c.1880-1881 only.
Die stamped in bronzed gilding metal, correctly and contemporaneously painted black as was often the case with other ranks of this volunteer battalion. With three loops, one a neatly done replacement only otherwise in very good condition and rare. Circa 9.1cm tall and 6.6cm wide. With correct red felt backing.

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Code: 65137

T5 / Grenade NF (Northumberland Fusiliers) 2 Piece Brass Shoulder Title

As worn 1908 - 1925 by soldiers of the 5th Territorial Battalion, Northumberland Fusiliers, on the Service Dress jacket. Various combinations found, this one in two parts. Loops to 'grenade / NF' nipped and twisted otherwise it is in good condition.

Col D Wood p106 / Fig303 refer.

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Code: 65380