WW1 / WW2 Hotchkiss Gunner (Cavalry) Brass Two Part Proficiency Arm Sleeve Badge
As worn by the machine gun sections of both British and Indian Cavalry units during WW1 who were equipped with the light hotchkiss machine gun. Officially discontinued and replaced by the LG variety in 1921, but continued to be worn by some cavalry units until the were dismounted and in some cases this was not until 1940. The HF on hexagonal loops and the separate laurel wreath on round loops... read more
WW2 North African Campaign White Metal Theatre Made Souvenir Brooch Tunis 1943
A rough sand cast example no doubt made for Allied Forces following the capture of Tunis in 1943. Circa 4cm across with original pin fitting. An attractive design in the form of a crescent with a camel, mosque and date palm with the date 1943 and Tunis incorporated into the design. Most likely a victory souvenir sold in the souks and bazaars of Tunis.
In May 1943, with the f... read more
WW2 North African Campaign - Buffs / Palestinian Bronze Shoulder Title
A scarce bronze shoulder title with one of two lugs remaining to the reverse, otherwise in good condition. These were worn by all ranks with bronze finish.
Three Palestine Infantry Companies of Arab and Jewish personnel were formed in 1940, totaling about 500 men & attached to 1st Battalion The East Kent Regiment (The Buffs". Intended mainly for guard duties, some personnel ... read more
WW1 Canadian CEF - 42nd Infantry Battalion 42nd Montreal Highlanders Glengarry Badge
A browning copper cap badge as worn by Canadian Battalions of the CEF (sometimes mistakenly assumed to be a brass WW1 economy badge worn by the Black Watch). With two original loops, but both of these have some damage and one is split open slightly but still functional, otherwise in good condition.
Babin E-42 refers.
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Scarce Victorian Buffs ( Royal East Kent Regiment ) Bi Metal Facing Pair of Collar Badges, worn 1882 - 1896 only
Issued in 1882, the white horse facing left over a brass scroll Invicta, replacing the dragon collar badge and then being replaced once again by the dragon collar badge in 1894. A closely matching facing pair with original dark toned lugs to the reverse of each. In good condition but with some wear to the lugs. A confusing and unexpected change in regimental motif. Scarce.
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1st Class Machine Gunner / Machine Gun Marksman Brass One Piece Proficiency Arm Sleeve Badge
One piece with two original loops to reverse (some service wear). First issued on the basis of fourteen per regiment and later to the MGC to users of the Vickers Machine Gun.
Edwards & Langley No 56A refers.
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WW1 / WW2 Hotchkiss Gunner (Cavalry) Brass Two Part Proficiency Arm Sleeve Badge
As worn by the machine gun sections of both British and Indian Cavalry units during WW1 who were equipped with the light hotchkiss machine gun. Officially discontinued and replaced by the LG variety in 1921, but continued to be worn by some cavalry units until the were dismounted and in some cases this was not until 1940. The HF on hexagonal loops and the separate laurel wreath on round loops... read more
15th / 19th Hussars ( King' s Own ) Officer 's Enamel and Gilt King 's Crown Cap Badge - Gaunt
Gilt and enamel officer's cap badge with frosted silver plated overlay of Crown and lion, with two original loops to the reverse. A lovely badge and gilt bright. Circa 4.2cm tall. No damage to blue enamel. Worn 1922 - 1952.
C17.4
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WW2 Era New Zealand ( NZ ) Home Front Womens Land Service Brass Cap / Blouse Pin Badge
An attractive die struck brass badge with original pin and c clasp to the reverse indicating for wear on the blouse or jumper. In very good condition and scarce. Circa 3.7cm tall. Those versions with lugs were worn in the hat.
The Women’s Land Service, which was called the Women’s Land Army until 1942, was a government initiative to bolster the rural workforce which, given New Z... read more
Royal Tank Corps Regiment ( RTC / RTR ) Pair of Facing White Metal Collar Badges
A good facing pair (a close match) of white metal collar badges. Two original lugs to the reverse of each, one with verdigris to lugs, oherwise in very good condition.
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