Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Yeomanry officer button, 1901–1920 Pattern, a 26mm British Yeomanry uniform button associated with the Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Yeomanry during the early twentieth century. The pattern dates from the reign of King Edward VII and the early years of King George V, covering the period before and during the First World War.
The Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Yeomanry formed part of Britain’s volunteer mounted forces and maintained a strong connection with Kent’s military traditions. Yeomanry regiments provided locally raised cavalry personnel and played an important role in Britain’s Territorial military organisation. During the First World War, the regiment’s personnel saw service in a range of mounted and dismounted roles, reflecting the changing requirements of warfare.
This officer’s button is of particular interest to collectors of British Yeomanry insignia, Kent military history, cavalry buttons, Territorial Force militaria and First World War uniform. The 1901–1920 pattern makes it suitable for collections covering Edwardian and early George V British military dress.
Dimensions
26mm diameter.
Condition
Good overall condition with age-related wear and surface patination. The button retains clear definition to the principal regimental design and the button remains suitable for display or inclusion in a collection of British Yeomanry insignia.
