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

Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (The West Riding) Cap Badge, Gilding Metal Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (The West Riding) Cap Badge, Gilding Metal. A fine example of British military insignia.
Royal Ulster Rifles (1921-1953 Pattern) Cap Badge, King’s Crown Restrike
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A restrike white metal cap badge of the Royal Ulster Rifles White Metal Cap Badge, King’s Crown. A fine example of British military insignia.
Royal Ulster Rifles Chrome Cap Badge, King’s Crown Restrike
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A restrike chrome cap badge of the Royal Ulster Rifles Chrome Cap Badge, King’s Crown. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
King’s Own Scottish Borderers Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown
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An authentic anodised cap badge. King’s Own Scottish Borderers Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. A fine example of British military insignia.
Lincolnshire Regiment (1881-1948 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Lincolnshire Regiment (1881-1948 Pattern). A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Scottish Rifles (Cameronians) King’s Crown Belt/Pouch Badge, Bimetal Restrike
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A restrike bi-metal pouch badge of the Scottish Rifles (Cameronians) King’s Crown Belt/Pouch Badge. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Ulster Defence Force Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown
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An authentic cap badge. Ulster Defence Force Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
East Lancashire Regiment Bimetal Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original
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An authentic bi-metal cap badge. East Lancashire Regiment Bimetal Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Original King’s Own Lancashire Regiment Cap Badge
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An authentic cap badge of the Original King’s Own Lancashire Regiment. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (The West Riding) Anodised Cap Badge
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A genuine anodised cap badge of the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (The West Riding). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
8th (Irish Battalion) King’s Regiment Liverpool Cap Badge
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An original cap badge of the 8th (Irish Battalion) King’s Regiment Liverpool. Of interest to the British badge collector.
King’s Shropshire Light Infantry Bimetal Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike bi-metal cap badge of the King’s Shropshire Light Infantry. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
The Welsh Regiment WW1 Pattern Cap Badge, Original
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An original World War I era cap badge. The Welsh Regiment WW1 Pattern Cap Badge, Original. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Rifle Brigade (Pre-1902 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Rifle Brigade (Pre-1902 Pattern). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
22nd of Foot (Cheshire Regiment) Badge
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An authentic badge of the 22nd of Foot (Cheshire Regiment). Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Regiment Cap Badge, Nickel Plated
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An original plated cap badge of the Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Regiment Cap Badge, Nickel. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
2nd Battalion, Duke of Wellington’s Regiment Pouch Badge
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An original pouch badge of the 2nd Battalion, Duke of Wellington’s Regiment. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers Fur Cap Badge
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An original cap badge of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers Fur. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (The West Riding) Helmet Plate Badge Centre
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A genuine helmet plate. Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (The West Riding) Helmet Plate Badge Centre. A fine example of British military insignia.
Manchester Regiment Bimetal (1898-23 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original
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A genuine bi-metal cap badge. Manchester Regiment Bimetal (1898-23 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
The Loyal Regiment Cap Badge
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An original cap badge of the The Loyal Regiment. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Suffolk Regiment (1902-1953 Pattern) Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original
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A genuine cap badge. Suffolk Regiment (1902-1953 Pattern) Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original. A fine example of British military insignia.
Prince of Wales’s Leinster Regiment (Royal Canadians) Helmet Plate Centre
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An original helmet plate. Prince of Wales’s Leinster Regiment (Royal Canadians) Helmet Plate Centre. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Duke of Edinburgh’s Berkshire and Wiltshire Regiment Cap Badge, Anodised
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An original anodised cap badge of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Berkshire and Wiltshire Regiment Cap Badge. Sought after by the British militaria collector.