YMCA Boy Scouts pin badge by Marples & Beasley Birmingham
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
80.00 GBP
Boys Brigade scripture knowledge proficiency badge
A scarce original circa 1958 to 1968 short lived 'Boys Brigade Scripture Knowledge proficiency award nickel badge' for Christian religious teaching depicting an open 'Holy Bible' flanked by hatched B's, standard to this badge, the reverse with straight maker's details 'H.W.Miller Ltd' this example with an additional red felt cloth backing 'Advanced Certificate' having been awarded. Very good cl... read more
45.00 GBP
WW2 Royal Ordnance Factory 33 munition worker badge attributed Irvine Ayrshire Scotland
A rare original Second World War period 'Royal Ordnance Factory 33 brass badge', bearing the 'Board of Ordnance' shield, the reverse with maker's details 'T&SLtd B'Ham' and with official issue number 'A2075. Very good condition, complete with original pin bar fitting.
Diameter 26mm. read more
2009 Henley Royal Regatta stewards enclosure badge
A good original '2009 Henley Royal Regatta gilt and enamel badge', the reverse with maker's details 'W.O.Lewis (Badges) Ltd B'Ham.19' 'Not Transferable' and impressed with official issue number '2889'. Very good clean condition, enamel perfect, complete with original cord.
'Henley Royal Regatta' is a rowing event held annually on the River Thames by the town of Henley-on-Thames, ... read more
The Borderers Regiment cap badge adapted to pin fittings
A good original 1905 to 1952 pattern 'Borderers Regiment cap badge'; well defined die-stamped white metal example, the original slider fitting replaced with early period pin fittings. Very good condition.
Height 51mm. read more
20.00 GBP
1957 Kempton Park Club horse racing trio of badges
A scarce original '1957 Kempton Park Club set of three gilt and enamel badges' two in the form of a jockey cap, all impressed with official issue numbers '287' and maker's details 'Marples & Beasley Birmingham'. Very good condition, no damage to the enamel and complete with original pin fittings, cord now ABSENT. read more
Senior Scouts 'S' bar leather hat band badge
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
20.00 GBP
Boys Brigade Staff-Sergeants shoulder belt boss badge 1927 to 1984
A good original example of a 'Boys Brigade Staff-Sergeants' shoulder belt boss badge'; large circular die-stamped nickel example displaying the post-union 'Sure & Stedfast' anchor with cross behind, on a domed seeded centre. Very good condition, complete with original two loop fittings and split pin.
Diameter 51mm. read more
20.00 GBP
Boys Brigade Ambulance proficiency vitreous red enamel badge c.1923 to 1956
A scarce original circa 1923 to 1956 issue 'Boys Brigade Ambulance proficiency nickel badge with vitreous red enamel cross, distinctly outlined 'B's and and fifth certificate blue felt cloth backing. Very good condition, complete with original crook pin fitting and hooked catch, very characteristic of a 'H.W.Miller Ltd' maker, no damage to the enamel.
Height approx 28mm. read more
Staffordshire Constabulary Police matching pair of collar badges
A scarce original pair of pre-1953 Staffordshire Constabulary die-stamped white metal collar badges in the form of a 'Crowned Stafford Knot'. Very good toned condition, each retaining an original single loop fitting, one slightly bent and complete with split pins.
Height 28mm. read more
40.00 GBP
WW2 Salvation Army Canadian War Services cap badge
A scarce original circa 1939 to 1945 period 'Salvation Army cap badge'; die-stamped large bronzed maple leaf, bearing the 'Crown of Life' (James 1:12) over an embossed red enamel rimmed shield, inscribed 'Canadian War Services'. Very good condition, the reverse complete with two original loop fittings, no damage to the enamel and retaining original lustre.
Height 49mm. read more
Anglo American Oil Co. Pratt's Motor Spirit promotional matchbox cover
A rare original First World War period advertising celluloid matchbox cover, the front displaying the 'Royal Coat of Arms' 'By Appointment' with petrol can below inscribed 'PRATT'S PERFECTION SPIRIT' and Anglo American Oil Co Ltd; the reverse depicting the united allies patriotic flags of Britain, France, Belgium, Japan and Russia Good condition for age, general foxing, colours remain bright.<... read more
WW2 Free Czechoslovak officers silver tiepin badge
A rare original wartime period British Made 'Free Czech officers silver tiepin badge'; small Czechoslovak lion shield on diamond backing, superimposed over crossed swords and mounted on a slender bar, the reverse impressed 'SILVER'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings.
Height 24mm.
Width 51mm. read more
WW1 Brunner Mond & Co Ltd on war service munition workers badge
A scarce original early Great War period 'On War Service badge'; large circular gilded brass example, the top surmounted by a Rose, Thistle and Shamrock the united emblems of England, Scotland and Ireland; the centre with red enamel crescent and initials 'BM&Co' within a blue enamel title surround 'Brunner Mond & Co Ltd Making War Material'; the reverse impressed with maker's details 'T. Fattor... read more
Cats Protection League & Tailwavers Chad's Club membership badge
A scarce original circa 1950's period 'Cats Protection League & Tailwavers club badge' depicting 'Chad' the black and white cat, official club mascot looking over a wall. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, tiny flake to enamel in the 9 o'clock position otherwise perfect, gilt finish remains bright.
Diameter 26mm. read more
WW2 Lend A Hand On The Land Volunteer VAC tin button badge
A scarce original wartime period 'Volunteer Agricultural Camp Lend A Hand On The Land celluloid tin button badge', depicting a large hand with superimposed farm pitch folk and 'Volunteer Vac' title. Very good clean condition, complete with original pin fitting, colour remains bright, no sign of any foxing, an excellent example.
Diameter 32mm.
Worn by the much needed volunt... read more
45.00 GBP
1996 Fontwell Park horse racing club members badge
A good original gentlemen's '1996 Fontwell Park Club gilt and enamel membership badge' with official issue number '288'. Very good clean condition, no damage to the enamel and complete with original cord.
Fontwell Park Racecourse is located in the village of Fontwell in West Sussex. read more
Girl Guides Trefoil 1921 hallmarked 9 carat gold promise badge
A scarce original superb quality 'Girl Guides Trefoil gold promise badge', bearing fretted star to the top leaf and plain scroll below, the reverse impressed with Birmingham 9 carat gold hallmarks for 1921, maker's details 'JAW&Co' (J.A.Wylie & Co London) 'Regd No 671782' a registered, design and patent date of 1919. Very good clean condition, complete with original pin fittings, the hooks addi... read more
1996 Fontwell Park horse racing club badge
A good original gentlemen's '1996 Fontwell Park Club gilt and enamel membership badge' with official issue number '288'. Very good clean condition, no damage to the enamel and complete with original cord.
Fontwell Park Racecourse is located in the village of Fontwell in West Sussex. read more
Butlins 1955 Filey holiday camp girl in a swimsuit badge
A scarce original 'Butlin's 1955 Filey silver plated badge' depicting a very stylish bathing beauty on dark blue enamel background, the reverse impressed with maker's details 'J.R.Gaunt London'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel.
Width 34mm.
Height 21mm.
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