Rare WW2 'South American' Free French Gallic Cockerel Crowing Enemal Lapel Badge
A most unusual WW2 small sized enamel lapel badge with original brooch pin fitting and indistinct makers details to the reverse. The Gallic Cockerel in red white and blue enamel with the Cross of Lorraine to its chest. Circa 2.5cms tall.
This Free French cockerel lapel badge was made in South America (possibly Argentina) for the civilian Free French Committees of Sao-Paulo and... read more
KEH / KODR King Edwards Horse / The Kings Overseas Dominions Regiment Brass Shoulder Title
A brass shoulder title for the 1st King Edward's Horse / The King's Overseas Dominions Regiment, with two original loop fastenings. As worn from 1910 until disbanded in 1924. Scarce.
During WW1 the Regiment was broken up serving in a variety of roles in France and Italy. Some became mounted orderlies and KODR became the 'King's Own Despatch Riders' to the jeers of the infantry.
KOYLI Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry Bi-Metal Helmet Plate Centre (HPC)
Complete with its four original loops and of two part construction with a white metal rose to the centre. one pin hole in the thick dark green (almost black) backing cloth. HPC very good condition.
It is interesting to note that this is one of the very few HPCs with the laurel-sprays on the circlet on account of the length of the title.
K&K Vol 1 No 343 refers.... read more
25th County of London (Cyclist) Battalion, The London Regiment Set of Officers Buttons
Three officers buttons, all different sizes, as follows:
Circa 26mm in diameter, fixed shank, maker marked JR Gaunt & Son Ltd, London England. Gilt. Very good condition. Large pattern.
Circa 20mm in diameter, fixed shank, maker marked I & B Pearse & Co, Silver plated. Dark toned but in very good condition. Medium pattern.
Circa 16mm in diamete... read more
Aden Government Guards Brass Headdress Badge, circa 1961-68
Large die struck cap badge with original pin fixing and clasp. Circa 5.1cm high and 4.5cm across. Good condition with sharp detail.
Renfrew et al, Vol 1, No 1237 refers read more
20.00 GBP
Peace 1919 - Scarce WW1 Gilt and Enamel Pin Brooch Badge - Darlington, Eastbourne Ward
A very scarce enamel pin badge depicting the town crest for Darlington in County Durham celebrating end on WW1 with "Peace 1919" below. Minor firing blemishes, but otherwise in great condition for age. Red enamel below the letters "in" in "industria" is missing, but again, this looks like a firing fault rather than damage. Original pin and clasp, fully functional (apologies for camera flash at ... read more
35.00 GBP
WW1 Southdown Battalions Association ( Lawthers Lambs) Royal Sussex Regiment Enamel Lapel Badge
A scarce Southdown Battalions Association Lapel Badge , Made up of 11th, 12th & 13th Battalions of The Royal Sussex Regiment. They were commonly known as 'The Lawther’s Lambs', sadly suffering huge losses during WW1. Sadly some damage to enamel at about 2pm (see photo) where top layer has flaked off due to a ding otherwise in very good condition and maker marked Thomas Fattorini Birmingham. ... read more
4/7 4th / 7th Dragoon Guards RAC Regimental Flash Cloth Arm Designation
Worsted cloth formation sign. Diamond black border with chevrons in black, gold and two in dull red. Hessian backed. Small black diamond was worn at the top. Worn by all ranks on battledress. In very good condition.
Introduced in 1939 when the regiment was mobilised with the BEF to go to France. It was expected that for security reasons, the regiment would not be permitted to we... read more
WW2 RWAFF Royal West African Frontier Force, 82nd West African Division Slip on Epaulette Shoulder Title Combination
A fine slip on shoulder title with embroidered initials and printed formation combination mounted on a khaki drill slip-on. In very good worn condition.
The 82nd (West African) Division was formed under British control during the Second World War. It took part in the later stages of the Burma Campaign and was disbanded in Burma between May and September 1946.
G... read more
The complete set of Duke of Edinburghs Award Metal Badges, Gold, Silver and Bronze
Complete set, with original pin fittings, and no damage to the enamel. All maker marked Marples & Beasley, Birmingham.
Bronze - for those aged 14 and over, or aged 13 and in the school year they turn 14. Takes at least six months to complete.
Silver - for those aged 15 and over, or aged 14 and in the school year they turn 15. Takes at least 12 months for direct entrants (... read more