Hello Gordon
As a collector of Cavalry, and specificaly that of NCO arm badges for many years I think I can honestly say I have not in all my collecting and research come across a broached (pin & clapsed fixing) arm badge being used on any service uniform.
As nice as your badges are , I concur with both Howard and Alan that they are Cap Badges converted to lapel/sweetheart broaches, which was common practice.
I will not 'die in a ditch over this' either, as you never know there is always an exception, but I do feel, as there is no president and due to the practicalities of wear ie sloppiness, insecurety etc. you might be 'clutching at straws' at best. However, you are welcome to your oppinion, naturally.
Regards
Rob
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