Canadian Militia 32nd Bruce Infantry Regiment Gilding Metal Collar Badge

In very good condition with two original loops to the reverse. Pre 1914.

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Code: 60959

54th Shropshire Militia Large Pattern Other Ranks Open Back Button - Firmin

Circa 21mm in diameter, original fixed shank, maker marked Firmin & Sons London. A pewter other ranks button in superb condition for age. Worn circa 1833 - 1855.

The War Office issued a Circular Letter (H.O.51/33) dated Whitehall 30th April 1833, which fixed the Militia Battalion Order of Precedence giving the Shropshire Battalion the No 54. This order held good until 1855.<...  read more

Code: 61260

WW2 Canadian Militia - Midland Regiment Embroidered Red on Blue Felt Cloth Shoulder Title

In very good condition with hessian backed. It has some age to it.

AFFILIATIONS: Durham Light Infantry, Royal Northumberland Fusiliers
REGIMENTAL MARCH: "The Standard of St. George"
COLOURS: Royal Blue and Red
MOTTOS: Excelsior, Semper Paratus

See http://www.porthopehistory.com/midlandregiment/amidlandhistory.html

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Code: 61606

WW2 1st Canadian Army Group Printed Cloth Formation Sign

Removed from uniform. Black cloth backing present but now detached from the front piece. In good condition but edges all a bit ragged from being sewn to uniform.

BoBD No 1980 refers.

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Code: 61710

WW2 Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm Non-substantive Arm Badge - Aircraft Handler

Removed from uniform, embroidered gold thread on black tombstone for wear on No 1 uniform. A swept wing aircraft star above and H below indicating an Aircraft Handler, 2nd Class (1945 - 1948), or Aircraft Handler, 3rd Class (1948 - ). Bullion tarnished otherwise in very good condition. This has some age to it.

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Code: 61779

WW1 Vintage Trinity House Pilots Large Pattern Gilt Button

Circa 23.5mm in diameter, fixed shank and maker marked C&J Weldon 130 Cheapside London to reverse. Gilt bright and button in very good condition.

Trinity House pilots were skilled mariners and provided a vital service to ships bound for British ports. The pilotage service usually operated from pilot cutters when transferring to and from vessels. A Trinity House pilot's licence w...  read more

Code: 62366

Indian Army Large Solid Die Cast White Metal Bugle Cap / Pouch Badge

I believe this is pre 1947 British Indian Army, but have now forgotten the unit. A large solid die cast bugle with two original brass loops to the reverse. Well made. It could of course be a British volunteer unit (6th Cornwalls?) but looks Indian made to me. Circa 4.4cm tall. Any information welcome.

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Code: 62814

North Staffordshire Regiment Bi-Metal Cap Badge

A good quality strking with original slider to reverse. Top left feather slightly bent back but does not detract.

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Code: 63757

Gurkha Transport Regiment Bi-Metal Cap Badge

Cast riveted construction with two square lugs to the reverse. In good condition.

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Code: 63758

Kings Royal Hussars Anodised Black and Gold Cap Badge - Firmin London

A good example with slider marked Firmin London.

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Code: 63759