RHODESIA REGIMENT, KING'S CROWN, (Post World War Two).
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This Badge came into service in 1947. Quartermaster's Comment":- It was worn by both Battalions. It came with its circle of red 'Melton' cloth to the centre, which is held in place with a spring clip. BOTH Bns. wore a different diagonal flash behind the badge. (One and Two red stripes on the dark 'Rifle Brigade' Green, to denote the 1st and 2nd Battalions).
General details
Country of Origin RHODESIA.
Regiment or Corps RHODESIA REGIMENT.
Materials used in manufacture Blackened Brass
Period Worn 1947 to 1956.
Height 43 mm.
Width 33 mm.
Type of Fastening Lugs for a split pin.
Condition of Item Very Good--See photo.
Any Publication References Such as Colin Owen Colin Owen No. 2987. Arniel No 99. Dudley Wall shows it off well with both Nos 428 and 429 , 1st. & 2nd. Bns. on Page 36.
Approximated Weight Less than 50 grams.
ID: 1006
R125.00
RHODESIA REGIMENT, KING'S CROWN, (Post World War Two).
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