BRITISH CAP BADGE TO THE ROYAL ENGINEERS--KING'S CROWN.
This is the Badge as worn by this Corps during World War Two and just after. "Quartermaster's Comment":- Note the "HOI SOIT.....". South Africans will note that their country had a similar design. Note the Cipher of George the VI.
| General details | | Country of Origin | UNITED KINGDOM. | | Regiment or Corps | ROYAL CORPS OF ENGINEERS. | | Materials used in manufacture | All Brass. | | Period Worn | Within reign of George VI. | | Height | 45 mm. | | Width | 39 mm. | | Type of Fastening | Brass Slider. | | Condition of Item | Good, Crisp, See Photo. | | Any Publication References Such as Colin Owen | Refer to J.Wilkinson Nos 148 & 149 on Page 48. "Companion to the British Army" Page 276 shows the later "QUEEN's" Crown and cipher version within The Garter and Motto. | | Approximated Weight | Allow for 50 grams. |
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ID: 1067
R69.00
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