WW2 USA United States 8th Infantry Division Cloth Shoulder Patch

The division was known as the "Golden Arrow" division or the "Pathfinder" division. It features a blue shield with a white number "8" superimposed on a vertical golden arrow. The 8th Infantry Division was active during World War II, landing on Utah Beach in Normandy on July 4, 1944.

A good WW2-era patch. In very good condition. It does not 'glow' under UV light.

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Code: 69775

WW2 Medal Bars - Canadian Volunteer Overseas Service Medal with Clasp and Italy Star

Came together and of equal quality. Both in good condition with functional pins and protected with a plastic wrap to keep the ribbon silks in good condition.

The Italy Star was awarded for operational service in specified Mediterranean locations. The core eligibility period spanned from June 11, 1943 (capture of Pantellaria) to May 8, 1945 (VE Day).

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Code: 69776

British Army Proficiency Badge - Crossed Swords - Qualified Swordsman

As worn by Physical Training Instructors as well as qualified swordsmen. Removed from uniform but in reasonable condition. An early example.

Edward & Langley Nos 9 and 27A refers.

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Code: 69778

WW2 Era Artificer Armourer, Toolmaker etc Embroidered Trade Proficiency Badge

Removed from uniform and in very good condition. A heavy light and dark khaki brown embroidery with on a hessian backing.

British Army Trade Badges by Edwards & Langley p10, item No 2B refers.

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Code: 69779

Hereford and Worcester Fire Brigade Embroidered Bullion Blazer Badge

Removed from blazer, but in very good condition with no obvious damage and colours remain bright.

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Code: 69777

Nottinghamshire Yeomanry (Sherwood Rangers) Brass Cap Badge - Gaunt Tablet

Dir struck with two original long loops to the reverse (slightly twisted) with maker's tablet to the reverse JR Gaunt, London. Circa 42mm tall. This pattern worn until 1949. In very good condition.

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Code: 69771

Red Cross / Headquarters Two Part Brass Shoulder Title

Solid curved patterns with two original copper loops to the reverse of each. I have not come across one with 'Headquarters" before. Matching.

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Code: 69774

QVC Victorian Bullion Embroidered Senior NCOs / Colour Sergeant's Line Regiments Rank Crown

A large crown, removed from uniform, backing paper now absent, red felt backing in good condition for age and some tarnishing to the bullion thread. Circa 39mm tall and 46mm wide.

Note: I have an example of this exact size and backing colour in my collection which came above the crossed Union flags and was worn by a Colour Sergeant of the Northumberland Fusiliers.

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Code: 69773

Canada - Queen's Own Rifles of Canada Sweetheart Brooch Pin Badge Brooch

An unmarked white metal example, possibly silver plated with original and functional pin fitting to the reverse. In very good condition.

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Code: 69772

Canada - The Lincoln Regiment Brass Cap Badge - Scully Montreal

A die cast example, with two original loops and maker marked W Scully, Montreal. This pattern worn circa 1930.

Mazeas M38 p25 refers.

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Code: 69770