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

Ulster Defence Force (1970-1992 Pattern) Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown
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An authentic anodised cap badge. Ulster Defence Force (1970-1992 Pattern) Anodised Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. A fine example of British military insignia.
Loyal (North Lancashire) Regiment (1953-70 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original
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An authentic cap badge. Loyal (North Lancashire) Regiment (1953-70 Pattern) Cap Badge, Original. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
4th Volunteer Battalion, Devonshire Regiment Cap Badge, Restrike
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A restrike cap badge of the 4th Volunteer Battalion, Devonshire Regiment. A fine example of British military insignia.
Northamptonshire Regiment Anodised Cap Badge
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A genuine anodised cap badge of the Northamptonshire Regiment. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Rifle Brigade (Pre-1952) Anodised Cap Badge
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A genuine anodised cap badge of the Rifle Brigade (Pre-1952). A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Royal Warwickshire Regiment Anodised Cap Badge
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A genuine anodised cap badge of the Royal Warwickshire Regiment. A fine example of British military insignia.
Essex Regiment Economy (c.1916-1918) Cap Badge, Original
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A genuine cap badge. Essex Regiment Economy (c.1916-1918) Cap Badge, Original. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Royal Guernsey Light Infantry Cap Badge, Original
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An original cap badge. Royal Guernsey Light Infantry Cap Badge, Original. A fine example of British military insignia.
Welsh Brigade (1958-68 Pattern) Officer’s Cap Badge
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An officers’ cap badge of the Welsh Brigade (1958-68 Pattern). A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Forester Brigade (1958-63 Pattern) Officer’s Cap Badge
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An officers’ cap badge of the Forester Brigade (1958-63 Pattern). A fine example of British military insignia.
Royal Regiment of Fusiliers (1968-2022 Pattern) Officer’s Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown, Repaired
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An officers’ cap badge. Royal Regiment of Fusiliers (1968-2022 Pattern) Officer’s Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown, Repaired. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
4th, 5th, 6th Battalion, Leicestershire Regiment Cap Badge, Original
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An original cap badge. 4th, 5th, 6th Battalion, Leicestershire Regiment Cap Badge, Original. A collectable piece of British military insignia.
Militia Battalion Universal Shako Plate (c. 1860 Pattern), Victoria’s Crown
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A genuine shako plate. Militia Battalion Universal Shako Plate (c. 1860 Pattern), Victoria’s Crown. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
2nd Battalion, Lanarkshire Rifle Volunteers Collar Badge, Kings Crown
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An original collar badge. 2nd Battalion, Lanarkshire Rifle Volunteers Collar Badge, Kings Crown. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Somerset Veteran Reserve Glengarry Badge
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An original glengarry badge of the Somerset Veteran Reserve. Of interest to the British badge collector.
4th & 5th (Territorial) Battalion, Royal Scots Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original
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An original cap badge. 4th & 5th (Territorial) Battalion, Royal Scots Cap Badge, King’s Crown, Original. A fine example of British military insignia.
Cambridgeshire Regiment Cap Badge, Original
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An original cap badge. Cambridgeshire Regiment Cap Badge, Original. Of interest to the British badge collector.
King’s Own Scottish Borderers (KOSB) Glengarry Badge, King’s Crown, Original
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An authentic glengarry badge. King’s Own Scottish Borderers (KOSB) Glengarry Badge, King’s Crown, Original. A quality addition to any British badge collection.
Royal Fusiliers Chrome Plated Cap Badge, King’s Crown
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A genuine chrome cap badge. Royal Fusiliers Chrome Plated Cap Badge, King’s Crown. A fine example of British military insignia.
Wessex Brigade (1958-68 Pattern) Officer’s Silver Plate Cap Badge
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An officers’ silver cap badge of the Wessex Brigade (1958-68 Pattern) Officer’s Silver Plate. A fine example of British military insignia.
Cameronians (Scottish Rifles) Piper’s Glengarry Badge, Original
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A genuine glengarry badge. Cameronians (Scottish Rifles) Piper’s Glengarry Badge, Original. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
King’s Own Scottish Borderers (KOSB) Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown
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An authentic cap badge. King’s Own Scottish Borderers (KOSB) Cap Badge, Queen’s Crown. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Cameronians (Scottish Rifles) Bronze Cap Badge, Original
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A genuine bronze cap badge. Cameronians (Scottish Rifles) Bronze Cap Badge, Original. Sought after by the British militaria collector.
Loyal North Lancashire Regiment (1902-21 Pattern) Cap Badge, King’s Crown with Lugs
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A genuine cap badge. Loyal North Lancashire Regiment (1902-21 Pattern) Cap Badge, King’s Crown with Lugs. A fine example of British military insignia.