Derbyshire Yeomanry Brass Button (1908-1953 Pattern) – 17.5mm

Derbyshire Yeomanry brass uniform button, dating from the period 1908–1953 and associated with the regiment’s service as part of Britain’s Territorial Force and subsequent Territorial Army. The Derbyshire Yeomanry was established in 1794 as a county cavalry regiment and became The Derbyshire Yeomanry (Dragoons) following the reorganisation of the Territorial Force in 1908. Its personnel served during the First World War, including campaigns in Gallipoli, Egypt and Macedonia. During the Second World War, the regiment converted from traditional mounted cavalry to an armoured role, reflecting the mechanisation of Britain’s Yeomanry forces.

Manufactured in brass, this 17.5mm button represents the regimental uniform insignia worn by Derbyshire Yeomanry personnel during the first half of the twentieth century. The regiment’s distinctive identity was associated with the Derbyshire rose, an emblem incorporated into its regimental insignia. The pattern period concludes with the regiment’s post-war reorganisation and the subsequent amalgamation with the Leicestershire Yeomanry in 1957 to form the Leicestershire and Derbyshire (Prince Albert’s Own) Yeomanry. An attractive example of British Yeomanry uniform insignia, suitable for collections of cavalry buttons, Territorial Force militaria and First and Second World War regimental memorabilia.

Dimensions: Approx. 17.5mm diameter.

Condition: Good overall condition with light age-related wear and surface patination. The button retains clear definition to the principal regimental design and the button is suitable for display or inclusion in a collection of British Yeomanry insignia.