Royal Artillery brass uniform button, featuring the King’s Crown and dating from the reigns of King Edward VII, King George V and King George VI. The Royal Regiment of Artillery, commonly known as the Royal Artillery or the Gunners, has a history dating back to 1716 and has provided artillery support to the British Army in conflicts throughout its long history. The Corps played a major role during both World Wars, with its personnel serving in field, horse, heavy, anti-aircraft and coastal artillery formations.
Manufactured in brass, this 17mm button features the Royal Artillery’s distinctive crowned field gun insignia. The King’s Crown identifies the pre-1953 pattern, which was used until the accession of Queen Elizabeth II and the subsequent introduction of the Queen’s Crown. Royal Artillery buttons were worn on uniforms by serving personnel and are collected as examples of British Army corps insignia and artillery militaria.
Dimensions: Approx. 17mm diameter.
Condition: Very good. Please refer to the photographs for details of the brass surface, crowned gun design, mottoes, reverse and shank.
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