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.

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Manchester Regiment (1902-1958 Pattern) Curved Brass Shoulder Title
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An original brass shoulder title of the Manchester Regiment (1902-1958 Pattern) Curved. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (West Riding) Officer’s Embroidered Beret Badge
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An officers’ embroidered beret badge of the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (West Riding). A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Green Howards (Alexandra, Princess of Wales’s Own Yorkshire Regiment) (1958-2006 Pattern) Beret Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Green Howards (Alexandra, Princess of Wales’s Own Yorkshire Regiment) (1958-2006 Pattern) Beret. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
102nd Royal Madras Fusiliers Glengarry Badge, Restrike
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A restrike glengarry badge of the 102nd Royal Madras Fusiliers. Sought after by the Indian militaria collector.
104th Bengal Fusiliers OR’s g/m GLENGARRY BADGE QVC re-strike
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An authentic glengarry badge. 104th Bengal Fusiliers OR’s g/m GLENGARRY BADGE QVC re-strike. A quality addition to any Indian badge collection.
Sherwood Foresters (Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Regiment) Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown, Original
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An original anodised cap badge. Sherwood Foresters (Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Regiment) Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown, Original. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Worcestershire Regiment (1898-1924 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original
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A genuine cap badge. Worcestershire Regiment (1898-1924 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original. Of interest to the British badge collector.
South Staffordshire Regiment King’s Crown Bimetal Cap Badge, Original
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A genuine bi-metal cap badge. South Staffordshire Regiment King’s Crown Bimetal Cap Badge, Original. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Royal Irish Regiment (Pre-1902 Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Irish Regiment (Pre-1902 Pattern). A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Royal Highland Fusiliers Piper’s Bonnet Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Royal Highland Fusiliers Piper’s Bonnet Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Queen’s Royal Regiment (West Surrey) (1916-1918 Economy Pattern) Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the Queen’s Royal Regiment (West Surrey) (1916-1918 Economy Pattern). Of interest to the British badge collector.
Gloucestershire Regiment OSD Bronze Cap Badge
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A genuine bronze cap badge of the Gloucestershire Regiment OSD. Of interest to the British badge collector.
King’s Regiment (Liverpool) (1902-27 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original
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An original cap badge. King’s Regiment (Liverpool) (1902-27 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Hampshire Regiment Economy Plastic Cap Badge
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An authentic cap badge of the Hampshire Regiment Economy Plastic. A fine example of British military insignia.
Middlesex Regiment Officer Service Dress Cap Badge, Original
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An officers’ cap badge. Middlesex Regiment Officer Service Dress Cap Badge, Original. Of interest to the British badge collector.
Dorset Regiment (1951-1958 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original
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A genuine cap badge. Dorset Regiment (1951-1958 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
East Surrey Regiment Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original
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An authentic cap badge. East Surrey Regiment Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Glengarry Badge, Original
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An original glengarry badge. Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Glengarry Badge, Original. Of interest to the British badge collector.
8th Battalion (Isle of Wight Rifles), Hampshire Regiment, Cap Badge Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the 8th Battalion (Isle of Wight Rifles), Hampshire Regiment. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
8th BATTALION WEST YORKSHIRE REGIMENT (LEEDS RIFLES) KC or’s Cap badge Blacked-Brass. re-strike
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An authentic brass cap badge. 8th BATTALION WEST YORKSHIRE REGIMENT (LEEDS RIFLES) KC or’s Cap badge Blacked-Brass. re-strike. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Lincolneshire Regiment 4th and 5th Battalion Restrike Cap Badge, Bimetal
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A restrike bi-metal cap badge of the Lincolneshire Regiment 4th and 5th Battalion Restrike Cap Badge. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
28th (North Gloucestershire) Regiment of Foot Glengarry Cap Badge (1874-1881 Pattern) – Restrike
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A restrike glengarry badge of the 23rd (Royal Welsh Fusiliers). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
15th (The Yorkshire East Riding) Regiment of Foot Glengarry Cap Badge (1874-1881 Pattern) – Restrike
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A restrike glengarry badge of the 23rd (Royal Welsh Fusiliers). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
30th (Cambridgeshire) Regiment of Foot Glengarry Cap Badge (1874-1881 Pattern) – Restrike
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A restrike glengarry badge of the 23rd (Royal Welsh Fusiliers). A collectable piece of British military insignia.