British Army Hotchkiss Gunner HG in Wreath proficiency trade badge
A scarce original army brass proficiency trade sleeve badge representing a machine gunner, in the form of a two part example 'MG' with separite laurel wreath. Very good condition, complete with original four loop fittings and split pins. read more
British Army Blacksmith, Farrier, Horseshoe proficiency trade badge
A good original early army proficiency sleeve badge representing the blacksmith's trade, in the form of a brass horseshoe; this example retaining its original brass backing plate and two loop fittings and split pin. Very good condition.
Height 30mm. read more
30.00 GBP
PSV Bus Driver Western Area public service vehicle licensing badge
A scarce original early issue 'Public Service Vehicle bus driver licensing badge' with very low licensing number 'HH 8971', held in a brass holder the reverse with buttonhole fitting and maker's logo 'Metrovick Traffolyte'. Good condition commensurate with age, surface scratches, colours faded.
Diameter 50mm. read more
80.00 GBP
National Brand Petrol Shell-Mex and BP Ltd advertising badge
A good original circa 1960 'National Petrol promotional pin badge'; rectangular celluloid convex example depicting the stylised 'Mercury head logo' in yellow, blue and white print. Very good condition, complete with brass pin fitting, colour remains bright.
Size 29 x 27mm. read more
PSV Bus Driver East Midland licensing badge EE41436
A good original 'East Midland Traffic Area Public Service Vehicle bus driver licensing badge', with license number 'EE41436' held in a brass holder with lapel buttonhole fitting to the reverse. Very good condition, colours remain bright.
Diameter approx 50mm. read more
20.00 GBP
WW2 Guest and Chrimes Ltd On National Service war worker badge Rotherham
A scarce original Second World War 1939 to 1945 period 'Guest and Chrimes Limited gilt and enamel war workers identification badge', the reverse impressed with maker's details 'Thomas Fattorini Ltd Regent St Birmingham' and official issue number '1360'. Good condition, complete with original buttonhole lapel fitting, no damage to the enamel, minor service wear.
Diameter 25mm.
Gues... read more
65.00 GBP
WW1 Beaver Engineering Company Engaged On Government Work Badge Birmingham
A scarce original First World War period 'Engaged On Government Work war workers gilt patriotic red, white and blue enamel badge'; Crowned title circlet, the centre depicting an embossed 'Union Spray' representing the unity of England, Scotland and Ireland, a Rose, Thistle and Shamrock, with applied white central title bar 'BEAVER E'ng Co'. Very good condition, complete with original buttonhole... read more
80.00 GBP
WW1 On War Service 1916 womens munition workers badge J.R.GAUNT & SON
A scarce original First World War official issue '1916 women's Munition Workers brass trianglular pin badge' bearing George V Crown to voided centre with 1916 below, the reverse impressed with maker's details ' J.R.GAUNT & SON LTD LONDON' and official issue number '408495'. Very good condition, complete with original substantial heavy duty pin fittings.
Height 39mm. read more
35.00 GBP
WW1 Alf’s Button soldiers good luck charm badge
A scarce original First World War period Good Luck Charm in the form of a gilt button style pin badge, the title surround inscribed '1st Battalion Good Luck Regiment', the centre with embossed horseshoe in which the title 'ALF'S BUTTON' rests, Very good condition, complete with original pin fitting,
Diameter 23mm.
'Alf’s Button' would have been purchased by a loved one and given ... read more
30.00 GBP
British Army Rough Rider riding instructor remount trainer trade badge
A scarce original early 20th century army proficiency badge representing the Military Rough-Riders, responsible for breaking-in new horses and new recruits for the cavalry; in the form of a brass spur this example retains its original three loop fittings with split pins. Very good condition.
Height approx 43mm read more
35.00 GBP
Baden Powell Trained Army Scouts service dress sleeve trade badge
A scarce original circa 1905 -1921 sheet brass SMALL pattern fleur-de-lys 1st Class 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 Scout 1st Class. Very good condition, minimal service wear, retai... read more
90.00 GBP
Baden Powell Trained Army Scouts service dress sleeve trade badge
A scarce original circa 1905 -1921 sheet brass SMALL 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
75.00 GBP
Boys Brigade 1925 Dublin Council Badge Ireland
A rare original 'Boys Brigade 1925 Dublin Council pin badge'; silver plated blue enamel example designed in the form of an Irish shamrock, the centre depicting the pre-union 'Sure & Stedfast' fouled anchor flanked by 'Council and 'B B'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no stress marks or defects to the enamel.
Height 25mm. read more
280.00 GBP
Royal Berkshire Regiment Old Comrades Association lapel badge by NINNES HYTHE
A good original circa 1930's period 'Royal Berkshire Regiment O.C.A. lapel badge'; circular bright blue enamelled example, bearing embossed gilt George VI crowned title scroll over 'China Dragon' within laurel sprays; the reverse impressed with unusual jeweller and watchmaker details 'NINNES, HYTHE'. Very good condition, complete with original buttonhole lapel fitting, no defects to the enamel.... read more
25.00 GBP
Tanks Victory Club Life Member Lapel Badge
A scarce original circa 1940's period 'Tanks Victory Club Life Member badge'; nickel plated pale blue enamel title surround, the centre depicting an embossed British Army Tank lunging through a large 'V for Victory' symbol with 'LIFE MEMBER' scroll below; the reverse impressed with maker's details 'Fattorini & Sons Ltd Bradford Works Birmingham'. Very good condition, complete with original butt... read more
WW1 On War Service 1916 womens munition workers badge J.A.Wylie & Co London
A scarce original First World War official issue '1916 women's Munition Workers brass trianglular pin badge' bearing George V Crown to voided centre with 1916 below, the reverse impressed with maker's details 'J.A.Wylie & Co. London' and official issue number 'B205405'. Very good condition, complete with original heavy duty substantial pin fittings.
Height approx 39mm. read more
35.00 GBP
WW1 On War Service 1914 munition workers badge W.O.LEWIS
A scarce original First World War period 'On War Service 1914 badge', gilt brass example bearing central Crown, within dark blue enamel title surround; the reverse with scarce maker's details 'W.O.Lewis Howard St Birmingham'. Good condition, complete with original buttonhole fitting, minor defect to the enamel.
Diameter approx 26mm. read more
25.00 GBP
WW1 On War Service 1914 munition workers badge VAUGHTONS LTD Birm B49420
A scarce original First World War period circular gilt badge with central Crown, the title surround 'On War Service 1914' inlaid with dark blue enamel, the reverse with maker's details 'Vaughtons Ltd Birmingham' and impressed with official low issue number 'B49420' Very good condition, complete with original buttonhole fitting, no damage to the enamel.
Diameter approx 26mm. read more
35.00 GBP
Robertsons Golly Celluloid Bookmark Bramble Seedless Badge c.1950's Q33
A rare original circa 1950's vintage period 'Robertson's Golly advertising celluloid bookmark the badge shaped like a token with golly carrying a jar, wearing LIGHT blue coat with yellow waistcoat inscribed in red lettering ROBERTSONS BRAMBLE SEEDLESS'. Good condition, some minor wear to head.
Height approx 109mm. read more
Robertsons Golly Celluloid Bookmark Bramble Seedless Badge c.1950's Q33
A rare original circa 1950's vintage period 'Robertson's Golly advertising celluloid bookmark the badge shaped like a token with golly carrying a jar, wearing DARK blue coat with yellow waistcoat inscribed in red lettering ROBERTSONS BRAMBLE SEEDLESS'. Good condition, some minor wear to legs.
Height approx 108mm. read more