22nd Dragoon and 23rd Hussars

[Sonofacqms]

I am slowly going through my collection and have arrived at the 22nd Dragoon and 23rd Hussars, I have two of each of these badges and possibly going to move one of each on.

Before I do I would value opinions on these badges as I know they have been heavily faked since WWII.

Regards Rob

[Marcus H]

At work, so briefly:

24L

1. Fake

2. Flange fake

23H

1. Good Firmin die badge

2. Good Gaunt die badge

Best,

Marcus

[Sonofacqms]

Thanks for that Marcus, I am not sure quite what flange fake means as it's not a term I am familiar with, perhaps you could explain?

Rob

[Luke H]

Marcus is referring to this fillet of metal between the lance shaft and circlet.

[Sonofacqms]

Thanks Luke, I should have had my glasses on.

Rob

[rac1944]

Rob,

Have you had a look at Marcus' album (drool-worthy to say the least) of War Raised Cavalry? A lovely example of a lugged 24L on the first page.

John