Army Apprentices School Brass Button (1947-1953 Pattern) – 25mm

Army Apprentices School brass button (1947–1953 pattern), 25mm example of post-war British Army uniform insignia associated with the Army Apprentices School. This pattern dates to the immediate post-Second World War period and the reign of George VI, identifiable through the use of the king’s crown.

The button design features the school’s insignia in relief beneath the King’s Crown, reflecting the institutional identity of the Army Apprentices system established to train young soldiers in technical and trade skills for military service. The brass construction follows traditional British military uniform manufacture, providing a durable finish intended for regular polishing and wear.

Buttons of this type were worn on tunics and service dress uniforms by apprentices and staff attached to Army technical training establishments during the late 1940s and early 1950s. The 25mm size corresponds to use on outer uniform garments where larger buttons were required.

The Army Apprentices School system played an important role in post-war military training, preparing recruits for specialist trades within the British Army during a period of reconstruction and modernisation.

Manufactured in brass with a shank fitting to the reverse, this example represents a well-defined piece of British military educational and training insignia.

Dimensions
25mm diameter

Condition
Good overall condition, with clear detailing and a well-preserved brass surface. Light wear and minor marks consistent with age and use may be present. The reverse shank remains intact and secure. No damage or repairs are evident.