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18th Hussars - very large Victorian badge
Submitted for your consideration, this very large badge of the 18th Hussars. I have been unable to locate a similar item to determine either the period or specific use.
In addition to the images (below) I offer the following description: - dead gilt finish, with bright burnished hand-chasing to highlights and lettering (some of the gilt, in areas, has gone adrift revealing the brass/gilding metal beneath) - overall, very slightly domed/raising to the centre of the badge relative to the edges - multi-piece construction. Central inserted oval with "XVIII HUSSARS" attached by four posts on reverse. - badge measure 89 mm (3 1/2 inches) high X 92 mm (3 11/16 inches) wide - four wire retaining lugs of the rounded exterior and flat interior type that, when formed, produce a round stem and inverted tear-drop shape. Lugs attached at top, bottom and each side of the badge. Lugs are moderate/standard in length at 9.5 mm, top to bottom, though sufficient to pass through several layer of cloth or leather, if such was their purpose. - Guelphic crown on top -the reverse indicates a casting. Average thickness, 1.5 mm; so not overly heavy or bulky, yet quite solid Any information as regards authenticity, age and use would be most appreciated. Thank you. with kindest regards, Tim |
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Officers Pouch Badge this one is on my website
Malc
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Thank you, Malc. It is, indeed, very similar. Out of curiosity, is it of the same dimensions (89 mm (3 1/2 inches) high X 92 mm (3 11/16 inches) wide)? I'm wondering if the one I'm showing might be a little on the large size for a pouch badge, unless the 18th had a very large pouch?
all the best, Tim |
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