A good original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Swimmer proficiency badge', embroidered diver wearing black swimming trunks on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt.
Diameter approx 36mm.  read more

Code: 62486

A rare original 1st pattern 'Boy Scouts officer's silver hat badge', arrowhead in circle, no stars, resting on a 'Be Prepared' ribbon scroll; the reverse impressed with Birmingham silver hallmaks for 1911, maker's details 'JAW&C' (J.A.Wylie & Co) and registered, design and patent number 'Rd535092' for the year 1909. Fair condition, complete with two original loop fittings, bristle plume now ABS...  read more

Code: 62481

A scarce original circa 1940's period British Made 'Young Mens Christian Association Boy Scouts gilt metal badge', in the form of a red enamel triangle with superimposed green fleur-de-lis emblem to the centre; the reverse impressed with maker's details 'Marples & Beasley Birmingham'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, gilt finish remains bright.<...  read more

Code: 62479

80.00 GBP

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A scarce original post 1947 pattern 'Senior Scouts nickel badge'; the small 'S' initials superimposed on a short bar with swallowtail ends, designed to be place on the leather band of a Scout Leaders large felt hat. Very good condition, complete with original two blade fittings.
Width 22mm.  read more

Code: 62472

20.00 GBP

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A scarce original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Laundryman proficiency badge' red embroidered 'flat iron' on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt.
Diameter approx 36mm.  read more

Code: 62387

A good original 'Assistant Cubmaster hat badge'; large circular chromium plated example with an applied small wolf's head on red enamel ground, yellow motto scroll below 'Boy Scouts'. Excellent mint condition, complete with original two loops fittings and split pin, enamel perfect.
Diameter 38mm.  read more

Code: 62341

18.00 GBP

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A scarce original circa 1937 to 1952 pattern early issue 'District Rover Scoutmaster hat badge"; Electro Plated Nickel Silver arrowhead in circle, red enamel 'R S' instead of stars, 'Boy Scouts' motto scroll below, the reverse impressed 'E.P.N.S'. Very good condition, complete with original white bristle plume, correct amount of bobbles top and bottom, two flat loops fitting complete with split...  read more

Code: 62206

A scarce original circa 1905 -1921 sheet brass LARGE pattern fleur-de-lys sleeve badge chosen by Colonel Baden Powell when he introduced scouting in the Army whilst out in South Africa commanding the 5th Dragoon Guards circa 1897. The first official mention traced is in Army Order of 1905. This example was worn by Army Scouts 2nd Class. Very good condition, retaining original two loop fittings,...  read more

Code: 62147

A scarce original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Missioner proficiency badge' yellow embroidered 'Fan' on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt.
Diameter approx 36mm.  read more

Code: 62133

A scarce original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Signaller proficiency badge' red embroidered 'crossed flags' on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt.
Diameter approx 36mm.  read more

Code: 62062

A scarce original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Marksman proficiency badge' red embroidered 'crossed rifles' on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt.
Diameter approx 36mm.  read more

Code: 62011

A good original British made post 1947 'Senior Scouts beret badge'; circular die-stamped nickel plated example displaying an arrowhead to voided circle 'S' in relief to the centre with 'Boy Scouts' scroll below. Excellent condition, the reverse with original brass slider fitting.
Diameter 32mm.

The 'Senior Scouts' were reformed in 1947 and disbanded in 1967 to become the V...  read more

Code: 62000

20.00 GBP

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A good original circa mid 1970’s to late 1980’s adult training emblem that was awarded to leaders having completed their 'Basic Training' in the form of a golden coloured chromium plated disc dipicting the axe and log symbol and inlaid with green enamel, long pin to reverse with clutch fitting retainer and safety chain. Very good mint condition.
Diameter 25mm.  read more

Code: 61997

A scarce original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Gardener proficiency badge' red and green embroidered 'flower' on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt.
Diameter approx 36mm.  read more

Code: 61981

A scarce original Second World War period 'Boy Scouts National Service badge', small size rectangle example bearing yellow embroidered 'N Crown S' on red woven bound cloth backing, the reverse with black hessian lining. Very good condition, colour remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt.
Length 50mm.  read more

Code: 61966

A scarce original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Musician proficiency badge' red embroidered 'Lyre' on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt..
Diameter approx 36mm.  read more

Code: 61961

80.00 GBP

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A scarce original circa 1935 to 1967 pattern 'Boy Scouts Reader proficiency badge'; khaki woven bound example displaying a red embroidered 'Open Book' the reverse with white cotton backing, Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt.
Diameter approx 35mm.  read more

Code: 61960

40.00 GBP

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A scarce original pre-war period 'Boy Scouts Master-at-Arms proficiency badge'; khaki woven bound example displaying a red embroidered shield superimposed over crossed swords, the reverse with pre 1939 issue brown backing, Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt.
Diameter approx 35mm.  read more

Code: 61959

A scarce original 5th pattern 'Boy Scouts Medal of Merit' issued from 1967 in polished brass, the reverse inscribed 'B.J.Fairhurst 5.6.72'. Very good clean condition, complete with original green ribbon and suspension bar with pin fittings, housed in its original mock shagreen presentation case.
Diameter 31mm.
Height 98mm.  read more

Code: 61939

45.00 GBP

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A good original small brass arrowhead within voided title circlet 'Old Scouts B-P Guild'. Very good condition, complete with original buttonhole lapel fitting.
Diameter 15mm.  read more

Code: 61938