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XXV Elgin Infantry
I've had this badge for a few months now. Bought in a lot of misc. brass numerals and buttons. For its size and shape it was mistaken as a button.
1895-1905 Elgin Officer's Cap Badge in gilt and silver. Actually only a partial badge as it would have originally been mounted on an embroidered background (which I assume the moths got long ago) Still, a really stunning little badge with lovely detail, even if incomplete.
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Bill Miller http://www.canadiankangaroos.ca NEW! The Canadian Kangaroo Regiment Association & Archive is now on Facebook. |
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Hi Bill,
As you say, what a stunning little badge, pleased you shared it here. Well done. Cheers, Roy.
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The restoration of the XXV Elgin Infantry badge
Just realized I never posted a photo of the complete, restored badge.
In late 2016 I had 'Hand & Lock' in the UK redo the embroidered portion of this Victorian-era Officer's badge. I supplied them with photos and measurements of two complete original examples. I think they did an amazing job. The finished badge looks quite stunning I think.
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Hi Bill,
I'm always on the fence with restorations but in this case I think you made the right decision - stunning well dene. Cheerio, Roy
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Cheers, Dan. |
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XXV Elgin Officers Badge in wear.
Dan,
Looking through the Elgin County Archive tonight I found these images from 1906-1912 of the badge in wear. Also, found in my files a copy of an original that was sold to a member of the Elgin Regt. Association a few years back (ex. Brooker collection). Which is one of the examples I based my restoration on. And finally a photo from the late Clive Law, show a complete vintage peaked cap.
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Bill Miller http://www.canadiankangaroos.ca NEW! The Canadian Kangaroo Regiment Association & Archive is now on Facebook. |
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Bill,
A very fine looking badge. Thanks for posting the pictures. Cheers, Dan. |
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elgin, victorian, xxv |
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