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

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.
Original Seaforth Highlanders Glengarry Badge
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An authentic glengarry badge of the Original Seaforth Highlanders. A fine example of British military insignia.
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 Welch Fusiliers (RWF) Glengarry Badge, Restrike
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A restrike glengarry badge of the Royal Welch Fusiliers (RWF). A collectable piece 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.
Royal Welch Fusiliers (1922-2006) Cap Badge, Original
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A genuine bi-metal cap badge of the Royal Welch Fusiliers (1922-2006). Of interest to the British badge collector.
Royal Welch Fusiliers Bimetal Beret Badge
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An authentic bi-metal beret badge of the Royal Welch Fusiliers. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
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 Scots Fusiliers (1902-1952 Pattern) Glengarry Badge, Original
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An authentic glengarry badge. Royal Scots Fusiliers (1902-1952 Pattern) Glengarry Badge, Original. A fine example of British military insignia.
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.