The badge features the regiment’s distinctive insignia surmounted by St Edward’s Crown, signifying its issue during the Queen’s Crown period between 1953 and 1959. Worn on the beret by other ranks, the badge served as the principal symbol of regimental identity and reflected the traditions and proud heritage of the East Surrey Regiment.
The East Surrey Regiment was formed in 1881 under the Childers Reforms through the amalgamation of the 31st (Huntingdonshire) Regiment of Foot and the 70th (Surrey) Regiment of Foot. Over the course of its history, the regiment served with distinction in campaigns across the British Empire, including the Second Boer War, the First World War, and World War II.
This Queen’s Crown pattern was worn during the regiment’s final years as an independent infantry regiment. In 1959, the East Surrey Regiment amalgamated with the Queen’s Royal Regiment (West Surrey) to form the Queen’s Royal Surrey Regiment, making badges of this pattern representative of the regiment’s last period of service before amalgamation.
Manufactured in bi-metal (white metal and gilding metal) with original attachment fittings to the reverse, this example represents an attractive and historically significant piece of post-war British infantry insignia.
Dimensions
Approx. 35mm height
Condition
Good overall original condition, with crisp detailing and an attractive finish. No significant damage or repairs evident.
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