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

Code: 66807

80.00 GBP

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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

Code: 66806

35.00 GBP

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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

Code: 66805

30.00 GBP

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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

Code: 66804

35.00 GBP

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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

Code: 66803

90.00 GBP

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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

Code: 66802

75.00 GBP

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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

Code: 66801

280.00 GBP

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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

Code: 66800

25.00 GBP

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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

Code: 66799

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

Code: 66797

25.00 GBP

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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

Code: 66796

35.00 GBP

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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

Code: 66795

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

Code: 66794

A scarce original circa 1948 vintage period 'Hastings Speedway Supporters Club pin badge'; small nickel plated brass example depicting an embossed racing motorcycle and rider within red enamel title surround. Good condition, no damage to the enamel, minor wear to plating, still a very presentable example.
Diameter approx 20mm.  read more

Code: 66793

60.00 GBP

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A scarce original circa 1969 vintage period 'Eastbourne Speedway Supporters Club lapel badge'; sheet brass example depicting an Eagle superimposed over a motorcycle wheel, highlighted with dark blue hand painted enamelling, with additional holes below to add the year bars. Very good condition, complete with buttonhole lapel fitting.
Height approx 28mm.  read more

Code: 66792

50.00 GBP

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A rare original First World War period 'J.W. Mackintosh & Co Engaged In The Manufacture of Munitions of War badge; the reverse with maker's details 'J.R.Gaunt & Son London'. Very good condition, complete with original buttonhole fitting, an excellent example.
Height 31mm.
J.W.Mackintosh & Co. 38 Crimscott Street, Bermonsey London, S.E.
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Code: 66791

A scarce original First World War period 'Speed Up Ships & Aeroplanes womens munition gilt badge' in the form of a large triangle, inlaid with patriotic red, white and blue enamel with winged bullet to the voided centre, the reverse impressed in relief 'Did Her Bit on Munitions Great War 1914 - 1918" and with 'Rd.662629' a registered, design and patent date of 1918. Very good condition, complet...  read more

Code: 62559

140.00 GBP

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A scarce original First World War period 'Speed Up Munitions and Guns women's war workers triangular gilt badge' patriotic red, white and blue enamel title surround with winged bullet to voided centre, the reverse impressed in relief 'DID HER BIT ON MUNITIONS GREAT WAR 1914 -1918' and with 'Rd.662629' a registered, design and patent date of 1918. Very good clean condition, complete with origina...  read more

Code: 66790

90.00 GBP

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A rare original First World War official war workers 'Speed Up Munitions gilt badge', an impressive example in the form of a large gilt oval title surround surmounted by a winged bullet, inlaid with patriotic red, white and blue enamel, the embossed central scene depicting a male worker handling large shells; the reverse impressed in relief 'DID HIS BIT ON MUNITIONS' 'GREAT WAR 1914 -1918' and...  read more

Code: 66789

A rare original Second World War period 'Air Transport Auxiliary civilian pilot ATA badge attributed to First Officer John Dawson Hieron Redford of Nottinghamshire who joined the ATA on the 17th June 1942 as an operational Pilot and remained with the service until November 1945. He had qualified as a private pilot after training at the Tollerton Aero Club on the 10th March 1937 on a DH Major Mo...  read more

Code: 66788

1500.00 GBP

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