WW2 78th Division / 2nd Battalion The Lancashire Fusiliers KD Slip-on Formation Sign Combination

A scarce WW II combination consisting of a printed yellow on black printed battle-axe of the 78th Infantry Division above a white on red embroidered fused grenade of the Lancashire Fusiliers. Both still affixed to a section of pale tropical k.d. material with hanging loops to each end to fit to the shoulder strap. This Division fought with distinction in North-Africa,Sicily and Italy.read more

Code: 59789

WW2 RAAF Australian Squadron Leader KD Epaulette Cloth Slip-on

WW2 Royal Australian Air Force Slip-on Embroidered Cloth Shoulder Title Embroidered blue thread letters on khaki cloth. As worn on Khaki Drill kit on epaulette or shirtsleeve in Middle East and North Africa. Circa 6cm wide and 9.5cm tall. Good condition.

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Code: 59787

WW1 Chinese Labour Corps ( CLC ) Cap Badge - Blade Fixings

A thin bronzed brass die struck badge with four original tabs to the reverse. As with most blades I would not recommend opening these up as they can become brittle with age. Almost black in colour, I personally would not attempt to clean it up. Rare.

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Code: 59779

Scarce Suffolk Regiment Edwardian Bi-metal issue, two turret transition pattern Cap Badge

Worn for a very limited time only in the early 1900s. King's crown bi-metal cap badge with the Victorian pattern castle. Original slider with three sweat holes to reverse (one behind slider). In very good condition with sharp detail.

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Code: 59778

5th Royal Irish Lancers Officer's Small Pattern Gilt Button

A stunning two part small pattern button, circa 14mm in diameter. With mounted device and fixed shank, gilt bright and maker marked Jennens & Co London. Possibly for wear on cap and / or mess dress. Mint.

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Code: 59773

12th Lancers ( Prince of Wales's Royal ) Officer's OSD Bronze King's Crown Cap Badge - 3 Tabs

A light coloured OSD die cast cap badge with three original tabs / blades to the reverse, but these have been trimmed and folded over for ease of display, otherwise in very good condition with no damage to lances or pennons. Circa 4.4cm tall. Worn circa 1903 - 1952.

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Code: 59770

Edwardian Real Postcard - Royal Engineers Officer living the Good Life

The epitome of peacetime soldering, at least if you were an officer. Comfy club chair, today's newspaper, soda syphon and pipe to hand, cigar box below and dog at your feet. Where did we all go wrong! Postally used 1904, message to reverse. Some minor corner wear, but otherwise in very good condition.

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Code: 59766

15th / 19th Hussars ( King 's Own ) Officers Enamelled Cap Badge - King 's Crown Pattern

Gilt and enamel officer's cap badge with silver plated overlay of Crown and lion, with two original loops to the reverse (slightly twisting from service wear) otherwise a lovely badge and gilt bright. Circa 4.2cm tall. No damage to blue enamel.

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Code: 59765

10th Royal Hussars Officer 's Beret and Tent - Cap Sterling Silver & Gilt Cap Badge

A stunning officer's cast example of two part construction, with S stamped to reverse for sterling silver and two original copper loops. Great design. Sharp detail with no damage.

Will post to a UK address and the Channel Islands only (in respect of the latter put UK as country at check out).

B60.1
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Code: 59764

19th Century Victorian Cavalry Officer's Sabretache Sling Billets with original black leather attachments

A rare set of three fire gilt buckles depicting Lions heads. Minor wear, leather a bit dry but still functional. All three retaining buttons are present, but only one on show in photos. I will give the leather a mild treatment with renaissance wax before posting to make it more supple. Gilt remains bright and fresh. Scarce.

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Code: 59760