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Originally Posted by Vincent
Can anyone help me to identify those RASC variations ?
Second is gilding metal
Which are usually the makers of RASC badges ?
Vincent
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Vincent, the left-hand badge is the original GVIR pattern introduced in 1936, it has the incorrect pattern of Royal Cypher with the letters from the earlier GVR pattern badge and the V changed to VI. These early badges were soon followed in late 1936/early 1937 by the correct pattern on the right. The early badges were not withdrawn and were worn up until a new pattern of GVIR cap badge, with a raised crown, was introduced in 1949.