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 Hampshire Regiment (1946-1953 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Hampshire Regiment (1946-1953 Pattern). A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Royal Guernsey Light Infantry Cap Badge, Gilding Metal Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Guernsey Light Infantry Cap Badge, Gilding Metal. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Royal Fusiliers (City of London Regiment) (1901-1953 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Fusiliers (City of London Regiment) (1901-1953 Pattern). A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Royal Berkshire Regiment Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Berkshire Regiment. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
ROYAL REGIMENT OF WALES a/a cap badge
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An authentic cap badge of the ROYAL REGIMENT OF WALES a/a. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Royal Regiment of Wales (1969-2006 Pattern) Cap Badge
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A genuine cap badge of the Royal Regiment of Wales (1969-2006 Pattern). Of interest to the British badge collector.
SHERWOOD FORESTERS KC bi-m cap badge Original
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A genuine cap badge. SHERWOOD FORESTERS KC bi-m cap badge Original. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Royal Irish Rangers Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown, Bimetal
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An original bi-metal cap badge of the Royal Irish Rangers Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Royal Irish Rangers Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown
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An authentic anodised cap badge. Royal Irish Rangers Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. A fine example of British military insignia.
Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers (1934-1968 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers (1934-1968 Pattern). A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Royal Anglian Regiment Bimetal Cap Badge
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An authentic bi-metal cap badge of the Royal Anglian Regiment. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Robin Hood Rifles Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown
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An authentic anodised cap badge. Robin Hood Rifles Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
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 BUCKINGHAMPSHIRE L. INFY.
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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.