8th Battalion, Essex Regiment (Blank Scroll) Cap Badge, Restrike

A restrike cap badge associated with the 8th Battalion, Essex Regiment, featuring the recognised Essex Regiment insignia with the characteristic blank battle honour scroll. The badge is executed in metal with clear relief detailing. Intended as a reproduction of the original pattern worn on service dress headdress, it represents a collectable example for reference, display, or completion of non-original sets of British Army insignia. The reverse is fitted with a standard hook slider fitting for attachment.

Dimensions
Approx. 44mm x 41mm

Condition
Excellent overall condition with a clean and bright finish. Relief detail remains sharp and well defined, with minimal handling wear. The reverse fitting is intact and secure, with no damage or repairs evident. This example presents well as a restrike representation of the Essex Regiment military insignia.

Reference

John Gaylor ‘Military Badge Collecting’ page 70, plate 25. Kipling and King 1739