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 Warwickshire Regiment (1898-1959 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Warwickshire Regiment (1898-1959 Pattern). A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Royal Warwickshire Regiment Cap Badge, Original
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An authentic cap badge. Royal Warwickshire Regiment Cap Badge, Original. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Royal Sussex Regiment (1881-1966 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Sussex Regiment (1881-1966 Pattern). Of interest to the British badge collector.
Royal Norfolk Regiment Cap Badge (1935-1959 Pattern), Original
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An authentic cap badge. Royal Norfolk Regiment Cap Badge (1935-1959 Pattern), Original. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Royal Lincolnshire Regiment (1946-1958 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Lincolnshire Regiment (1946-1958 Pattern). Of interest to the British badge collector.
ROYAL LANCASTER REGIMENT
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An original badge. ROYAL LANCASTER REGIMENT. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Royal Irish Rifles (1913-1921 Pattern) Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Restrike
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An authentic cap badge of the ROYAL IRISH RIFLES KC w/m. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Royal Irish Regiment (1901-1922 Pattern) Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Irish Regiment (1901-1922 Pattern) Cap Badge, King’s Crown. A fine example of British military insignia.
Royal Irish Regiment (RIR) (2007-2022 Pattern) Silvered and Enamelled Cap Badge
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An authentic badge of the ROYAL IRISH REGIMENT. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers (Pre-1922 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original
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A genuine cap badge. Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers (Pre-1922 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original. A fine example of British military insignia.
Royal Highlanders (Black Watch) (1902-1922 Pattern) Glengarry Badge, King’s Crown Restrike
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A restrike glengarry badge of the Royal Highlanders (Black Watch) (1902-1922 Pattern) Glengarry Badge, King’s Crown. A fine example of British military insignia.
Royal Hampshire Regiment OSD Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown
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An authentic cap badge. Royal Hampshire Regiment OSD Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Royal Hampshire Regiment Bimetal Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown
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An authentic bi-metal cap badge. Royal Hampshire Regiment Bimetal Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
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 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.