Assorted metal mysteries! - Page 2 - British & Commonwealth Military Badge Forum

Exiazero · #16 10-03-23, 02:30 PM

Just curious, were there markings in some of the badges' rear sides?

Justin

Exiazero · #17 11-03-23, 02:24 AM

Badge #5 is a Jordanian Royal Maintenance Corps badge

Justin

bill badger · #18 11-03-23, 11:21 AM

Hi Justin,

Thanks for the heads up on #5. That's very helpful. The transjordanian driver badge has Boutacy London stamped on the reverse. Apart from that there is nothing really helpful. the verdict on #10 is still out since it looks for all the world to be a Gold Coast Territorial Force badge but has Nancy stamped on the scroll instead.

Regards
Bill

Exiazero · #19 11-03-23, 11:38 AM

You're most welcome. If possible is there a rear view shot of #11, #19 and #20? its a low chance but the fixings may tell something of its origin.

Justin

mike_vee · #20 11-03-23, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by bill badger

the verdict on #10 is still out since it looks for all the world to be a Gold Coast Territorial Force badge but has Nancy stamped on the scroll instead.

What size it is , collar or cap badge ?

What type of fitting ?

Could the 'raised' G.C.T.F. have been ground off and Nancy then stamped on the scroll ?

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Exiazero · #21 11-03-23, 12:31 PM

#14 is an Indian 11th Cavalry shoulder title.

Justin

bill badger · #22 11-03-23, 12:41 PM

Hi Mike,

#10 is 32x38mm. I have uploaded pictures.

bill badger · #23 11-03-23, 12:48 PM

Hi Justin

Thanks for the identification of the Indian cavalry badge. I wasn't sure I would get that one solved. I have uploaded photos of the backs you requested. Good luck!

Bill

Exiazero · #24 11-03-23, 12:55 PM

You're most welcome.

#11 is very similar to cockade badges seen in Eastern Europe, looking into that angle should help. I may have seen this somewhere but currently unsure.

bill badger · #25 11-03-23, 12:57 PM

Thanks again Justin.

Bill

mike_vee · #26 11-03-23, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bill badger

Hi Mike,

#10 is 32x38mm. I have uploaded pictures.

Collar badges are listed as Height: 29mm Width: 25mm ,the scroll is a different shape and the 'Nancy' looks like a very amateur job.

Looks like a badly made local/bazaar copy/item.

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bill badger · #27 11-03-23, 01:32 PM

Many thanks Mike. Not one of the best in my collection!

Regards
Bill

Buttonman · #28 11-03-23, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bill badger

Hi Mike,

#10 is 32x38mm. I have uploaded pictures.

Bill,

Could this badge be a sweetheart/souvenir/fashion item with NANCY being a girl's name? It doesn't look to be of great quality especially the stamping.

David.

bill badger · #29 11-03-23, 02:19 PM

Thanks David,

Yes I wondered about the 'sweetheart' angle. I think you are probably right and as you say not a great item just a bit of a puzzle when I found it.

Bill

Exiazero · #30 12-03-23, 12:27 AM

Hi Bill,

If possible, I would like to see better front view photos of #3, 6 and 20.
For #3 best if you can also take a rear view shot.

For #19, based on the manufacturing method and lugs, I surmise looking into Middle-east and African Militaria, especially regions that had British influence. May have some results.

For #8-9 I think font style of the letters is a clue. Currently unlikely they were of Canadian origin. I would like to know its material, condition and lug design.

Justin