Original South African Cape Mounted Police cap badge, the scarce 1904–1913 pattern worn during the late Edwardian period and the early years following the formation of the Union of South Africa.
This badge features the initials “CMP” in the centre surmounted by an Imperial (King’s) Crown, all struck in brass. These badges were worn on the service caps of the mounted troopers who patrolled the frontiers and maintained law and order in the Cape Colony.
Fitted with north-south-eyed lugs on the reverse.
Condition: Good, with light service wear and age patina. Lugs on the reverse remain intact, although slightly bent.
Dimensions: approx. 51mm x 32mm
