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Originally Posted by Jibba Jabba
Ive always thought the cap badge that was worn during WW1 was brass. There was one on eBay a while ago, the only right one Ive ever seen, it came with a bed plate. After double checking my book they should be in guilded metal for WW1, so yes brass.
P.S. This isnt a cap badge, it was refered to by the 17th, 17th/21st and QRL as the 'Motto'.
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Hi Jibba Jabba
Yes you are correct re the use of the title of the Motto, good to see that you make this distinction. I also deal with Regt HQ, we need to educate the masses in this regard.
By the way I an descended from a 17th Lancer Light Brigade member & survivor.
Cheers
Phil.