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Forum: Formation Signs and Patches 11-10-21, 10:38 PM

Replies: 0 Described as “Divisional Medal”. Is it? or what Views: 468 Posted By dfsvol Described as “Divisional Medal”. Is it? or what This came along with a WW1 trio and was described as a “divisional medal” I’ve searched for anything similar without success. Can someone, or several, identify what it is please ? Pete

Forum: It's a Mystery -Unknown Insignia for Identification 10-02-18, 10:52 PM

Replies: 2 Worn button to identify please. Views: 395 Posted By dfsvol Thanks Cribyn for speed and accuracy of response.... Thanks Cribyn for speed and accuracy of response. It's resolved a niggle I've had for a while. I thought it looked like HONORI at the end and suspected a motto in Latin, but still couldn't find it....

Forum: It's a Mystery -Unknown Insignia for Identification 10-02-18, 04:01 PM

Replies: 2 Worn button to identify please. Views: 395 Posted By dfsvol Worn button to identify please. Please, can someone put me out of my misery. I can't decipher the lettering on the scroll, and I can't find a dragon in circlet on a button in internet searching. Button is c.19mm across. I guess...

Forum: General Topics 07-06-15, 10:10 PM

Replies: 79 Sticky: Badge Manufacturers Views: 45,666 Posted By dfsvol This is a badge from my junk box but might be of... This is a badge from my junk box but might be of interest for the MM HICKS & SONS LONDON Help yourself to the images if of any use for your data base.

Forum: Infantry (& Guards) Badges 19-04-15, 06:59 PM

Replies: 35 Swan Neck Lincolnshire Regiment cap badge WW1 Views: 7,491 Posted By dfsvol Swan Neck Blackened Lincolnshire I'm a total novice so will value your opinions of this badge. It is bimetal but appears to be blackened either by intent or accidental. Does it have much value? Regards Peter

Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 19-04-15, 06:45 PM

Replies: 3 Glasgow Uni Trio Views: 1,927 Posted By dfsvol Glasgow University OTC Mark This Glasgow Uni OTC badge is solid brass (weighs 21.7gms). What do you make of it ? Regards Peter

Forum: Infantry (& Guards) Badges 19-04-15, 06:33 PM

Replies: 3 31 LANARKSHIRE RIFLE VOLUNTEERS Views: 1,027 Posted By dfsvol 31 LANARKSHIRE RIFLE VOLUNTEERS I've searched the forum, without success, for any discussion on examples of this badge. If a copy, it seems to be very crisply made. I will be interested in your comments. Regards Peter

Forum: Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies 18-04-15, 06:42 PM

Replies: 6 The Duke of Edinburgh's Own Volunteer Rifles (South Africa) A Forensic Study Views: 3,063 Posted By dfsvol Duke of Edinburgh's Own Volunteer Rifles badge I've reviewed all the posts relating to this unit that I can find on the forum but haven't found an example that matches the badge that I have. I've added images and will be grateful for your...

Forum: Infantry (& Guards) Badges 21-01-14, 10:17 PM

Replies: 15 Victorian 42nd Regiment of Foot Badge Views: 2,891 Posted By dfsvol A resurrected thread Another one from my box, but this time, rather than start a new thread I thought I would resurrect this one as it deals with the same question that I have. I've been through every reference I can...

Forum: General Topics. 21-01-14, 07:40 PM

Replies: 10 52nd and 90th badges - good/bad ? Views: 1,079 Posted By dfsvol Thanks gentlemen for your informed opinions. ... Thanks gentlemen for your informed opinions. I have spent a lot of time searching and going through your forum. I have always suspected that this was not a case of black and white, but I didn't...

Forum: Infantry (& Guards) Badges 21-01-14, 07:20 PM

Replies: 8 A & S Highlanders ? variant Views: 843 Posted By dfsvol Thanks gentlemen. No maybes about that one ! ... Thanks gentlemen. No maybes about that one ! Now that I know how it was done I can see the flattening of detail on the inside of the dome where the tapping out was applied. Best Peter

Forum: General Topics. 19-01-14, 10:50 PM

Replies: 10 52nd and 90th badges - good/bad ? Views: 1,079 Posted By dfsvol Thanks Frank. I'm learning. Regards ... Thanks Frank. I'm learning. Regards Peter

Forum: Infantry (& Guards) Badges 19-01-14, 10:44 PM

Replies: 8 A & S Highlanders ? variant Views: 843 Posted By dfsvol A & S Highlanders ? variant Another one from the box. I cannot find one similar to this in KK Vol 1 or Bloomer. It appears to be a variant of KK698, having a very pronounced dome of the central area. It is 60mms wide and...

Forum: General Topics. 19-01-14, 09:03 PM

Replies: 10 52nd and 90th badges - good/bad ? Views: 1,079 Posted By dfsvol Thanks Brian, Every post is a learning post... Thanks Brian, Every post is a learning post for me on this forum. I wasn't aware of the copper/brass lug question, so though not 100% I've noted it. Again, I don't yet know the "done to death"...

Forum: General Topics. 19-01-14, 08:43 PM

Replies: 0 Ayrshire Yeomanry Views: 724 Posted By dfsvol Ayrshire Yeomanry Hi . Another one out of my box. 51mm wide x 45mm high. 12.4 gms weight. 2 lugs E & W Plenty of discussion on forum on Ayrshire Yeomanry badge, but nearly all of those illustrated have slider. ...

Forum: General Topics. 19-01-14, 05:48 PM

Replies: 10 52nd and 90th badges - good/bad ? Views: 1,079 Posted By dfsvol Hi - Anybody willing to put a toe in the water ?... Hi - Anybody willing to put a toe in the water ? I've a lot to learn ! Best Peter

Forum: Infantry (& Guards) Badges 19-01-14, 05:45 PM

Replies: 5 Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, but what ? Views: 1,126 Posted By dfsvol Thanks guys, your considered opinions are valued.... Thanks guys, your considered opinions are valued. Tinto, I'll take up your suggestion to contact Rod McKenzie. Best regards Peter

Forum: General Topics. 18-01-14, 11:33 PM

Replies: 12 A question for WW1 collectors/enthusiasts Views: 3,782 Posted By dfsvol The MIC of 6292 Albert Edward Slade 1/5th... The MIC of 6292 Albert Edward Slade 1/5th Scottish Rifles shows his date of entry to France as 5/11/14 and his award of 1914 star with clasp. Best Peter

Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 18-01-14, 11:24 PM

Replies: 2 George Watson's College Views: 1,037 Posted By dfsvol Thanks Tinto for the welcome and suggestion. ... Thanks Tinto for the welcome and suggestion. Best Peter

Forum: General Topics. 18-01-14, 11:20 PM

Replies: 10 52nd and 90th badges - good/bad ? Views: 1,079 Posted By dfsvol 52nd and 90th badges - good/bad ? Two more out of my box. The 52nd measures 53mm wide by 50mm high, weighs 13.1gms, lugs E & W ? KK510 Good or Bad ? The 90th measures 57mm wide by 56mm high, weighs 14.1gms, lugs N & S ?...

Forum: Infantry (& Guards) Badges 18-01-14, 10:58 PM

Replies: 5 Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, but what ? Views: 1,126 Posted By dfsvol Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, but what ? Following up on my introduction, here is an item from my box. The delicacy and intricacy of the manufacture of this item suggests to me that it is "good", but Bloomer is no help in informing me...

Forum: New Member Introduction Zone 18-01-14, 10:38 PM

Replies: 5 New Member Introduction. Views: 850 Posted By dfsvol Colin (Ubervamp) and Grenadierguardsman many... Colin (Ubervamp) and Grenadierguardsman many thanks for your welcome and advice of where to post. I'll get busy. Best regards Peter

Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 18-01-14, 06:52 PM

Replies: 2 George Watson's College Views: 1,037 Posted By dfsvol George Watson's College I would value members' opinions on this badge. It measures 54mms x 54mms. I have found references to White Metal examples but not to a "brown" metal example. Any suggestions/opinions ? Best...

Forum: New Member Introduction Zone 17-01-14, 06:57 PM

Replies: 5 New Member Introduction. Views: 850 Posted By dfsvol New Member Introduction. Hello everyone. First off I have to say that I am not primarily a badge collector, but inevitably along the way I have gathered up a few. Many (20+) years ago, I think it was a Spink auction, I...

Forum: General Topics. 17-01-14, 06:39 PM

Replies: 51 Pipers' Badges Project Views: 9,291 Posted By dfsvol Piper's Plaid Brooch This plaid brooch is part of a group of medals and badges to a piper of the Lowland Divisional T & S Column A.S.C. If of interest for your project, I can attempt to get an improved image. Peter

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