R.A.P.C.

[Hoot]

Hello all, can anybody explain why the RAPC cap badges with gilding metal KC and lion and yellow brass motto scroll came about and what date they were issued? I have heard it was during WW2 but for what reason nobody seems to know. A shortage of nickel seems unlikely but I see no other reason for it. When I was into serious collecting some 30-odd years ago I had two in my collection, one mint and the other well used. Any help wouldbe much appreciated.

[Alan O]

I believe that they were a WW2 makers' error. I have not seen any documentation about them at all.

[leigh kitchen]

Mentioned in K & K as WWII I think?