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 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 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

A scarce original circa 1909 pattern 'Boy Scouts 1st Class badge'; large oval khaki felt cloth example, red embroidered arrowhead 'Be Prepared' scroll, the reverse with black herringbone pattern backing. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt.
Height approx 86mm.  read more

Code: 61933

A very scarce original 1st pattern circa 1928 'Rover Scoutmaster officer's hat badge', silver arrowhead in circle, enamel 'R.S' instead of the normal stars, 'Be Prepered' scroll; the reverse impressed 'Silver, maker's details 'Collins London' and registered, design and patent number Rd 535292' for the year 1909. Very good clean condition, complete with correct single bauble to the top, one of t...  read more

Code: 61917

A scarce original 'Boy Scouts Lady Worker hollow silver fleur de lys hat badge' with blue enamel stars, the reverse impressed 'Sterling Silver' and 'Rd 539538' a registration design and patent year for 1909. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel.
Height 38mm.  read more

Code: 61916

120.00 GBP

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A scarce original 5th pattern 'Boy Scouts Medal of Merit' issued from 1967 in polished brass. Very good mint condition, complete with original green ribbon and suspension bar with pin fittings, housed in its original presentation case.
Diameter 33mm.
Height 98mm.  read more

Code: 61756

A rare original circa 1909 'Incorporated Church Scout Patrols service medal' and one year clasp for 1912, bronzed circular medal the obverse bearing in relief a Cross and 'I.C.S.P.' above a lion with motto 'Watch and Pray' to the surround, the reverse with full title of the organisation 'Incorporated Church Scout Patrols'. Very good condition, complete with original green silk ribbon and ornate...  read more

Code: 61608

160.00 GBP

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A scarce original post 1967 'Boy Scouts 4th Issue Silver Acorn medal, the reverse impressed with Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1986 and inscribed 'Mr. B.J.Fairhurst 23rd April 1987'. Very good condition, complete with original fulll length neck ribbon and housed in its original green velour metal presentation case all in first class order.


A scarce original post 1967 'B...  read more

Code: 61540

80.00 GBP

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A scarce original vintage period 'Senior Scouts leather Bushman's Thong' awarded for gaining the Venture proficiency badge plus two others from selected 'Interest badges'. Very good condition, leather remains supple and complete with original leaflet to show how to make it.
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Code: 61413

A rare original British Boys Scouts participants badge from the '5th World Scout Jamboree 1937'; large woven cream bound example with orange silk embroidered 'Jacob's staff' and bar representing Camp 9. Very good condition.
Height 74mm.  read more

Code: 61342

A scarce original early pattern 'Boy Scouts lapel badge', small brass arrowhead with stars the reverse with early round pattern buttonhole fitting impressed Rd 539538' a registration design and patent year for 1909. Very good condition.
Height 23mm.
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Code: 61156

A very rare original First World War 1914 - 1918 period Red Feather 'Scout Defence Corps hat badge'; pressed gilt metal fleur de lys' with stars, title scroll below, the reverse with two loop fittings and split pin, holder to base that the red feather plume rests in and ring to the top point to keep it steady. Very good condition, complete with original red feather now fragile.
Height of...  read more

Code: 61155