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Old 10-10-20, 01:28 PM
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Default South African badge

Could someone please tell me if this badge is correct, thanks
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Old 11-10-20, 07:06 AM
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Hi, it looks okay. I am not aware of this badge being faked. Have a great day. Andrew
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Old 11-10-20, 12:58 PM
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Thanks Andrew, l only ask as l have bought a selection of overseas badges and know little to nothing about them but enjoy finding out what l can about them over time.
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Old 11-10-20, 02:54 PM
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Hi, this should shed some light on the badge for you:
https://www.angloboerwar.com/unit-in...643-vellentins

Have a great evening. Regards Andrew
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A nice example of the First Transvaal Volunteers cap badge, part of the Transvaal Volunteer Force raised by the new administration after the Anglo Boer War prior to the creation of the Union.

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Old 13-10-20, 11:50 AM
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Thank you both for your input.
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