What are military cap badges?

Military cap badges are metal or cloth insignia worn on the front of a soldier's headgear to identify their regiment, corps, or unit. British Army cap badges have been issued since the late 19th century and are among the most widely collected militaria items.

How can I tell if a cap badge is original or a reproduction?

Original cap badges typically show age-related patina, have period-correct fixings (slider, lugs, or pin), and match known die-strike patterns. Reproductions often have sharper edges, uniform colouring, and modern brooch-style pins. Weight and metal composition are also key indicators.

What makes a cap badge valuable?

Rarity, condition, and regiment determine value. Badges from disbanded or short-lived units command premiums. Officer's versions (often gilt or silver) are typically worth more than other-ranks brass versions. Pre-1914 badges are generally more valuable than later issues.

Cap Badges | Military Collectables | Jeremy Tenniswood Militaria

Rifles (2007-2022 Pattern) Silver-Plated Cap Badge
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An original silver cap badge of the Rifles (2007-2022 Pattern) Silver-Plated. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Herefordshire Light Infantry Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Herefordshire Light Infantry. A fine example of British military insignia.
Victorian Rifle Brigade (1898-1901 Pattern) Field Service Cap Badge, Original
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A genuine Victorian era cap badge. Victorian Rifle Brigade (1898-1901 Pattern) Field Service Cap Badge, Original. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
PRINCESS OF WALES ROYAL REGIMENT Bronze Cap Bg
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A genuine bronze badge. PRINCESS OF WALES ROYAL REGIMENT Bronze Cap Bg. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
North Staffordshire Regiment Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the North Staffordshire Regiment. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry (1908-1958 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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An original badge of the OXFORDSHIRE and BUCKINGHAMPSHIRE L. INFY. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
OUCESTERSHIRE REGIMENT W/M cap badge
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An original cap badge of the OUCESTERSHIRE REGIMENT W/M. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
WWII Gloucestershire Regiment Back Badge, Economy Plastic
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An authentic World War II era badge. WWII Gloucestershire Regiment Back Badge, Economy Plastic. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Royal Gloucestershire, Berkshire & Wiltshire (RGBW) Regiment Back Badge
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A genuine badge of the Royal Gloucestershire, Berkshire & Wiltshire (RGBW) Regiment Back. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Gloucestershire Regiment Back Badge, Original
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An original badge. Gloucestershire Regiment Back Badge, Original. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Northumberland Fusiliers (1898-1937 Pattern) Cap Badge, Early Manufacture
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An original cap badge. Northumberland Fusiliers (1898-1937 Pattern) Cap Badge, Early Manufacture. A fine example of British military insignia.
Restrike Northumberland Fusiliers (2nd Type) Bimetal Cap Badge
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A restrike bi-metal cap badge of the Restrike Northumberland Fusiliers (2nd Type). Of interest to the British badge collector.
Staffordshire Regiment (1959-2007 Pattern) Anodised Cap Badge
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An authentic anodised cap badge of the Staffordshire Regiment (1959-2007 Pattern). A fine example of British military insignia.
North Staffordshire Officer Quality Cap Badge
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An officers’ cap badge of the North Staffordshire Officer Quality. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Northamptonshire Regiment (Post-1900 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original
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An original cap badge. Northamptonshire Regiment (Post-1900 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Northamptonshire Regiment (Pre-1900/Flag and Long Key Pattern) Cap Badge, Original
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An original cap badge. Northamptonshire Regiment (Pre-1900/Flag and Long Key Pattern) Cap Badge, Original. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Norfolk Regiment Cap Badge (1898-1922 Pattern), Gilding Metal Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Norfolk Regiment Cap Badge (1898-1922 Pattern), Gilding Metal. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
NGS SHROPSHIRE LIGHT INFANTRY bi/m cap badge
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An original cap badge of the NGS SHROPSHIRE LIGHT INFANTRY bi/m. Of interest to the British badge collector.
King’s Shropshire Light Infantry (KSLI) Beret Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the King’s Shropshire Light Infantry (KSLI) Beret. A fine example of British military insignia.
NGS ROYAL RIFLE CORPS Q.V.C. OFFICERS HP silv.pl
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An officers’ badge. NGS ROYAL RIFLE CORPS Q.V.C. OFFICERS HP silv.pl. Of interest to the British badge collector.
King’s Own Scottish Borderers King’s Crown, White Metal Restrike
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A restrike white metal badge of the King’s Own Scottish Borderers King’s Crown. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
London Volunteer Rifles (1914-1919 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the London Volunteer Rifles (1914-1919 Pattern). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Manchester Regiment (1950-1958 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Manchester Regiment (1950-1958 Pattern). Of interest to the British badge collector.
Manchester Regiment (1950-1958 Pattern) Officer’s Silver Plate Cap Badge
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