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

THE YORKSHIRE REGIMENT cap badge bronzed/enamel
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A genuine enamel cap badge. THE YORKSHIRE REGIMENT cap badge bronzed/enamel. A fine example of British military insignia.
Green Howards (The Yorkshire Regiment) Cap Badge, Original
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An original cap badge. Green Howards (The Yorkshire Regiment) Cap Badge, Original. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
THE WELSH REGIMENT WWI ‘Brass Strike’ cap badge
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An authentic World War I era brass cap badge of the THE WELSH REGIMENT WWI ‘Brass Strike. A fine example of British military insignia.
THE WELSH REGIMENT 1898-1922 bi-metal cap badge
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A genuine bi-metal cap badge of the THE WELSH REGIMENT 1898-1922. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Welch Regiment (1923-1969 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Welch Regiment (1923-1969 Pattern). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Royal Welch Fusiliers (1920-2006 Pattern) Officer’s Service Dress Cap Badge
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An officers’ cap badge of the Royal Welch Fusiliers (1920-2006 Pattern) Officer’s Service Dress. A fine example of British military insignia.
Suffolk Regiment (1902-1953 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original
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A genuine cap badge. Suffolk Regiment (1902-1953 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original. Of interest to the British badge collector.
South Staffordshire Regiment (1953-1959 Pattern) Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown
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An original anodised cap badge. South Staffordshire Regiment (1953-1959 Pattern) Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
The South Lancashire, Prince of Wales’s Volunteers Bimetal Beret Badge
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An original bi-metal beret badge of the The South Lancashire, Prince of Wales’s Volunteers. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Royal Welsh Beret Cap Badge
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An original cap badge of the Royal Welsh Beret. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Royal Hampshire Regiment (1953-1991 Pattern) Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Hampshire Regiment (1953-1991 Pattern) Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. A fine example of British military insignia.
Royal Gloucester, Berkshire and Wiltshire Regiment (1st Pattern) Cap Badge
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A genuine cap badge of the Royal Gloucester, Berkshire and Wiltshire Regiment (1st Pattern). Of interest to the British badge collector.
Royal Fusiliers (City of London Regiment) Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original
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An original cap badge. Royal Fusiliers (City of London Regiment) Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original. A fine example of British military insignia.
The Light Infantry Regiment Cap Badge (Other Rank’s), Silver Plate
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An original silver cap badge. The Light Infantry Regiment Cap Badge (Other Rank’s), Silver Plate. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Suffolk Regiment (1953-1959 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Suffolk Regiment (1953-1959 Pattern). Of interest to the British badge collector.
Original South Wales Borderers Cap Badge, Bimetal
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A genuine bi-metal cap badge of the Original South Wales Borderers Cap Badge. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
South Wales Borderers Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the South Wales Borderers. Of interest to the British badge collector.
South Staffordshire Regiment (1953-1959 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the South Staffordshire Regiment (1953-1959 Pattern). A fine example of British military insignia.
South Staffordshire Regiment (1901-1953 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the South Staffordshire Regiment (1901-1953 Pattern). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
4th & 5th (Territorial Force) Battalion, Somerset Light Infantry Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the 4th & 5th (Territorial Force) Battalion, Somerset Light Infantry. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Somerset Light Infantry Beret Badge, Original
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An authentic beret badge. Somerset Light Infantry Beret Badge, Original. A fine example of British military insignia.
Somerset Light Infantry (Large Pattern) White Metal Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike white metal cap badge of the Somerset Light Infantry (Large Pattern). A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Queen’s Royal Regiment (West Surrey) (1924-59 Pattern) Beret Badge, Restrike
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A restrike beret badge of the Queen’s Royal Regiment (West Surrey) (1924-59 Pattern). A fine example of British military insignia.
Royal Welsh Fusiliers (1898-1922 Pattern) Cap Badge, Bimetal Restrike
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A restrike bi-metal cap badge of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers (1898-1922 Pattern) Cap Badge. A quality addition to any British badge collection.