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

Wiltshire Regiment (Duke of Edinburgh’s) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Wiltshire Regiment (Duke of Edinburgh’s). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Norfolk Regiment (1922-1935 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Norfolk Regiment (1922-1935 Pattern). Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Essex Regiment (1902-1959 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Essex Regiment (1902-1959 Pattern). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Essex Regiment (1902-1959 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Essex Regiment (1902-1959 Pattern). Sought after by the British militaria collector.
3rd Queen Alexandra’s Own Gurkha Rifles Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the 3rd Queen Alexandra’s Own Gurkha Rifles Cap Badge, King’s Crown. A fine example of Gurkha military insignia.
Royal Norfolk Regiment (1922-1959 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Norfolk Regiment (1922-1959 Pattern). Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Seaforth Highlands Brass Glengarry Badge, Restrike
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A restrike brass glengarry badge of the Seaforth Highlands. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Queen’s Royal Regiment (West Surrey) (1924-1959 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Queen’s Royal Regiment (West Surrey) (1924-59 Pattern). A fine example of British military insignia.
Devonshire and Dorset Regiment (1958–2007 Pattern) Blackened Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Devonshire and Dorset Regiment (1958–2007 Pattern) Blackened. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Worcestershire Regiment (1898-1924 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Worcestershire Regiment (1898-1924 Pattern). Of interest to the British badge collector.
Border Regiment (1905-1953 Pattern) Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Border Regiment (1905-1953 Pattern) Cap Badge, King’s Crown. A fine example of British military insignia.
Royal Welsh Bronze Beret Cap Badge
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An authentic bronze cap badge of the Royal Welsh Bronze Beret. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
East Lancashire Regiment (1953-1958 Pattern) Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the East Lancashire Regiment (1953-1958 Pattern) Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
King’s Regiment (Liverpool) (1927-1958 Pattern) Beret Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the King’s Regiment (Liverpool) (1927-1958 Pattern) Beret. A fine example of British military insignia.
West Yorkshire Regiment (Prince of Wales’s Own) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the West Yorkshire Regiment (Prince of Wales’s Own). Of interest to the British badge collector.
West Yorkshire Regiment (Prince of Wales’s Own) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the West Yorkshire Regiment (Prince of Wales’s Own). A fine example of British military insignia.
Norfolk Regiment (1898-1922 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Norfolk Regiment (1898-1922 Pattern). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Somerset Light Infantry (Prince Albert’s) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Somerset Light Infantry (Prince Albert’s). Of interest to the British badge collector.
Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (The West Riding) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (The West Riding). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Royal Sussex Regiment (1881-1966 Pattern) Officer’s Service Dress Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Sussex Regiment (1881-1966 Pattern) Officer’s Service Dress. A fine example of British military insignia.
Royal Regiment of Wales (1969-2006 Pattern) Cap Badge
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An original cap badge of the Royal Regiment of Wales (1969-2006 Pattern). A fine example of British military insignia.
Norfolk Regiment (1898-1922 Pattern) Cap Badge, Early Manufacture
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An authentic cap badge. Norfolk Regiment (1898-1922 Pattern) Cap Badge, Early Manufacture. A fine example of British military insignia.
Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry (DCLI) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry (DCLI). Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry (DCLI) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry (DCLI). Of interest to the British badge collector.