WW1 The Manchester Regiment Pals 16th,17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, & 23rd ( Service ) Battalions (1st - 8th City Battalions) Cap Badge

A solid non-voided version of the regular cap badge, a very indistinct striking in bronzy / coppery finish, which looks cheap and poorly struck, but it has its loops correctly located e-w and close to the edge of the badge. The reverse shows the correct bronze patina, which has been polished off mainly to front. Circa 4.9cm wide and 4.3cm tall. Slight twisting to the D shaped lugs with service wear. Often mistaken for a WW1 economy badge. Scarce.

Comm DaMc

Code: 70428