Dear Thomas, MarkGD and Phil2M.
A quick reply to a few of your comments.
A collectors way of displaying his badge. Yes I can accept that one as it happens all the time. Not a good idea but as I say it seems to happen fairly regularly.
Not sure about the "old sweat" idea Mark. Would have been a long time after the KC badge was out of use and I tend to think the dark colour blue even with age is too dark. But a good theory and possible.
Thomas. The Non-Voided badge is really a mystery to me. This is the main reason I have my doubts as to this being genuine. As Drum Major (Phil) says the crown does look a little large.
I have attached a genuine post bi-metal Kings Crown Jimmy badge just for comparison. Clearly Voided.
Most grateful for your comments. Keep them coming.
Best wishes
Chris Walker
www.signalsbadges.co.uk