Unknown Victorian period badge ? - British & Commonwealth Military Badge Forum

Piffer · #1 25-04-20, 11:08 AM

The width is 58mm and height is 57 mm, brass die struck , its not been identified as yet, any help in doing so is much appreciated. Thanks Piffer

manchesters · #2 25-04-20, 01:31 PM

Its typical of Blackened Brass Shako and busby badges worn by the Rifle Volunteers 1859 - early 1880's.

Having just the Royal Cypher to the front means it cant be attributed to a specific Corps.

they were produced in generic variations with different centres, such as Numerals, Letters and as yours with a Royal Cypher.

regards

Piffer · #3 25-04-20, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by manchesters

Its typical of Blackened Brass Shako and busby badges worn by the Rifle Volunteers 1859 - early 1880's.

Having just the Royal Cypher to the front means it cant be attributed to a specific Corps.

they were produced in generic variations with different centres, such as Numerals, Letters and as yours with a Royal Cypher.

regards

Thank you Simon, that was very helpful . Piffer