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

Royal Anglian Regiment Anodised Cap Badge
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A genuine anodised cap badge of the Royal Anglian Regiment. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Somerset Light Infantry Officer’s Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Somerset Light Infantry. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
89th of Foot (Princess Victoria’s) Glengarry Badge, Restrike
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A restrike glengarry badge of the 89th of Foot (Princess Victoria’s). A quality addition to any British badge collection.
97th (Earl of Ulster’s) Regiment of Foot Glengarry Badge
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An authentic glengarry badge of the 97th (Earl of Ulster’s) Regiment of Foot. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Queen’s Regiment (1966-1992 Pattern) Anodised Cap Badge
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An original anodised cap badge of the Queen’s Regiment (1966-1992 Pattern). Of interest to the British badge collector.
Highland Light Infantry (HLI) Plastic Glengarry Badge, King’s Crown
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An original glengarry badge. Highland Light Infantry (HLI) Plastic Glengarry Badge, King’s Crown. A fine example of British military insignia.
The Royal Fusiliers OSD Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original, Damaged
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An authentic cap badge. The Royal Fusiliers OSD Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original, Damaged. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
38th (1st Staffordshire Regiment) Glengarry Badge, Restrike
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A restrike glengarry badge of the 38th (1st Staffordshire Regiment). Of interest to the British badge collector.
Royal Fusiliers (City of London Regiment) (1902-1952 Pattern) Officer’s Service Dress Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original
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An officers’ cap badge. Royal Fusiliers (City of London Regiment) (1902-1952 Pattern) Officer’s Service Dress Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Devonshire Regiment King’s Crown Helmet Plate
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An authentic helmet plate of the Devonshire Regiment King’s Crown. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Devonshire Regiment King’s Crown Helmet Plate
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An original helmet plate of the Devonshire Regiment King’s Crown. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Victorian Suffolk Regiment Other Ranks Helmet Plate
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An original Victorian era helmet plate of the Victorian Suffolk Regiment. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Royal Gibraltar Regiment Queen’s Crown Helmet Plate
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An original helmet plate of the Royal Gibraltar Regiment Queen’s Crown. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Victorian Royal Berkshire Regiment Helmet Plate
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An authentic Victorian era helmet plate of the Victorian Royal Berkshire Regiment. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry King’s Crown Helmet Plate
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An authentic helmet plate of the Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry King’s Crown. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Victorian Suffolk Regiment Other Ranks Helmet Plate
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An authentic Victorian era helmet plate of the Victorian Suffolk Regiment. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
8th Regiment of Foot Officer’s Shako Plate
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An officers’ shako plate of the 8th Regiment of Foot. A fine example of British military insignia.
The South Lancashire Regiment Officer’s King’s Crown Helmet Plate
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An officers’ helmet plate of the The South Lancashire Regiment Officer’s King’s Crown. Of interest to the British badge collector.
West Yorkshire Regiment (Prince of Wales’s Own) Cap Badge, Original
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A genuine cap badge. West Yorkshire Regiment (Prince of Wales’s Own) Cap Badge, Original. A fine example of British military insignia.
Queen’s Royal Regiment (West Surrey) (1924-59 Pattern), Original
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An authentic badge. Queen’s Royal Regiment (West Surrey) (1924-59 Pattern), Original. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Tyneside Scottish (1914-1915 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Tyneside Scottish (1914-1915 Pattern). A fine example of British military insignia.
Dorsetshire Regiment (1916-1918 Pattern) Economy Brass Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike brass cap badge of the Dorsetshire Regiment (1916-1918 Pattern) Economy. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Royal Scots Fusiliers (1877-1881 Pattern) Glengarry Badge, Restrike
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A restrike glengarry badge of the Royal Scots Fusiliers (1877-1881 Pattern). A fine example of British military insignia.
Suffolk Regiment (1902-1953 Pattern) Gilding Metal Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Suffolk Regiment (1902-1953 Pattern) Gilding Metal. A fine example of British military insignia.