1st King George V’s Own Gurkha Rifles (The Malaun Regiment) cap badge produced as a restrike of the pattern worn prior to 1950 by the 1st King George V’s Own Gurkha Rifles (The Malaun Regiment) of the British Indian Army. This Gurkha infantry cap badge displays the recognised insignia of the regiment in clear relief, incorporating the distinctive crossed kukris as the central device, set within a wreath and surmounted by the Prince of Wales’s feathers. Beneath the device appears a scroll bearing the regimental number “1” and bugle, arranged in a composition characteristic of Gurkha regimental headdress insignia of the early twentieth century.
The crossed kukris, the traditional curved knives carried by Gurkha soldiers, form the principal emblem of Gurkha regiments and symbolise the martial heritage and battlefield reputation of these units. The regiment traces its origins to the early nineteenth century and gained distinction during numerous campaigns of the British Empire as well as both the First and Second World Wars.
Manufactured in white metal consistent with service dress wear, this restrike example provides a sharply defined representation of the traditional regimental pattern. 1st King George V’s Own Gurkha Rifles cap badges are collected as examples of Gurkha militaria, British Indian Army insignia, and historic regimental uniform hardware.
Dimensions
Approx. 36mm height x 42mm width
Condition
As new, with clean surfaces and crisp detailing throughout. The reverse lugs are intact and secure. No damage, repairs, or alterations are evident.
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