Indian Army Post Independence - 8th Gorkha Rifles Bullion Patch

An interesting will made item of some quality, designed to attach a uniform with hook and eyes on each corner of the reverse. Not sure what it signifies so any information welcome. Slight mark to green fabric otherwise in very good condition. Perhaps a prize item?

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Code: 67911

British India - Gilgit Scouts White Metal Cap Badge

An attractive small cap badge, cast with two original loops to the reverse. Circa 33mm tall.

The Gilgit Scouts was formed in 1913. The Gilgit Agency was the British administrative system in the Indian states of Jammu and Kashmir. The Scouts was a force with British officers which formed part of the Frontier Corps, undertaking local and border security. In 1947 the pro-Pakistan...  read more

Code: 68179

QVC Victorian Indian Medical Service (IMS) White Metal Pagri Badge

A quite stunning badge, heavy solid cast in one piece in what looks like unmarked Indian silver with original pagri fitting. Circa 7.2cms tall. The VR is hand etched and the casting is very fine but most probably locally made in India. Most likely an officer's / senior doctor's badge as opposed to an Indian Mess Servant. Indian Medical Service was only formed in 1897 so short lived wear with...  read more

Code: 64600

British Indian Army / Pakistan Chitral Scouts Cap Badge

White metal plated badge in the form of the horned head of a markhor, or screw-horned, goat. As worn from 1903 onwards. Circa 5cms tall. In very good condition.

The Chitral Scouts, also known as Chitral Levies, originally were raised in 1903 as the militia of the princely state of Chitral. Commanded by British officers on secondment from regular Indian Army units, they were...  read more

Code: 68206

WW1 Indian Army - 31st Punjabis Brass Shoulder Title

A scarce shoulder title, neatly cast in brass with two original loop fixings to the reverse.

Nath, Ashok (2014) "Sowars & Sepoys in the Great War 1914-1918 " p103 / Fig 456 refers.

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Code: 68284

WW2 Indian Army Staff Officer's / Unattached List Gilt Forage Cap, George VI issue Badge

A cast brass example with two original integral loops to the reverse. Circa 4.5cms tall. In good overall condition.

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Code: 67363

Indian Army - The IX (9th) JAT Regiment 'Heroes' Cast White Metal Helmet Badge

9th JATs Cast white metal with two original lugs to the reverse. Circa 5.2cms wide and 4.5cms tall.

The IX (9th) JAT Regiment of the Indian Army existed from 1922 to 1947, and consisted of the following units:
1st Royal Battalion (Light Infantry)
2nd Battalion (Mooltan Battalion)
3rd Battalion (from 10th Jats)
4th Battalion (from 18th Infantry)
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Code: 68112

British India - Army Remount Department Officers Die Cast Silver Plated Cap Badge - Gaunt

A die cast silver plated example with two original loops to the reverse and maker marked by JR Gaunt London.

The Army Remount Department was formed in circa 1875 at Soharanpur but badges were not authorised until 1931 (Indian Dress Regulations 1931 para 179).

Cox 2595 refers.

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Code: 68202

Jodhpur Lancers One Piece Oval Brass Shoulder Title

British made with two original loops to the reverse. In very good condition and of officer quality. With red cloth backing added for display.

The Jodhpur Lancers arrived in Flanders in October 1914 and remained on the Western Front for over three years. There they participated in several unsuccessful attempts to break through German lines, including at the Battle of Cambrai whe...  read more

Code: 68203

British Indian Army - 6th Rajputana Rifles Officers Bronze OSD Cap Badge

A die cast bronze cap officer's cap badge with two original loops to the reverse. In very good condition.

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Code: 68205