Royal Artillery badge with lugs and a slider

[wright241]

I am sure that this officers gilt badge is ok as it was given to me back in the 50's. But can someone clarify the period of use pls. Many thanks.
David

[Luke H]

Originally Posted by wright241

I am sure that this officers gilt badge is ok as it was given to me back in the 50's. But can someone clarify the period of use pls. Many thanks.
David

The smaller badge intended for wear on the beret which came out in the 50's is commonly found with a slider and lugs (Gaunt made and marked usually), until now I had only seen this with OR badges. I would say it was practically brand new when given to you, a nice gift and lovely badge. The RA beret badge is still worn today and found in brass and later staybrite.

Does the wheel rotate?

Luke

[wright241]

Originally Posted by Luke Halls

The smaller badge intended for wear on the beret which came out in the 50's is commonly found with a slider and lugs (Gaunt made and marked usually), until now I had only seen this with OR badges. I would say it was practically brand new when given to you, a nice gift and lovely badge. The RA beret badge is still worn today and found in brass and later staybrite.

Does the wheel rotate?

Luke

Luke,
Unfortunately not and I have not seen many of these either.
I recall the officer who gave it to me mentioning that he would try and get hold of one of that type. But we moved away to yet another camp shortly afterwards - these days I would have harrassed him with emails....
David

[54Bty]

Originally Posted by wright241

I am sure that this officers gilt badge is ok as it was given to me back in the 50's. But can someone clarify the period of use pls. Many thanks.
David

That version was in use from 1948 to 1954, then a version with a St., Edward's Crown was used until replaced by the embroidered wire badge circa 1969. As with all badges the change did not happen overnight.

[wright241]

Thanks a lot you guys. David