Royal Montreal Cavalry button - British & Commonwealth Military Badge Forum

Tinto · #1 22-11-17, 09:29 PM

Hi Canadian badge buffs,

I have this small button, measures 17mm approx. and would be interested in time period it was worn. Maker's name is GIBBS & COMPY MONTREAL.

Thanks, Tinto

Cribyn · #2 22-11-17, 10:43 PM

Rene Chartrand illustrates a somewhat different button for the Royal Montreal Cavalry with a wreath around the outside and a 'VR' cypher in the centre and he dates this as 1840s-1850s. Your button would appear to be the pattern in use before this date.

Tinto · #3 23-11-17, 12:45 AM

Hi Cribyn,

Thank you for your information. I presume my button has the George IV cypher?

Cheers, Tinto

Cribyn · #4 23-11-17, 10:28 AM

Hello Tinto

Yes, I would assume George IV cypher although I'm not that well up on these early cyphers!

Roger

Tinto · #5 24-11-17, 02:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cribyn

Hello Tinto

Yes, I would assume George IV cypher although I'm not that well up on these early cyphers!

Roger

Thanks, Roger.
Regards, Tinto

Bill A · #6 24-11-17, 01:02 PM

It is not listed in Smylie's Buttons of the Canadian Militia.