Loyal Regiment (North Lancashire) Officer Gilt and Enamel Cap Badge (1953-1970 Pattern)

Loyal Regiment (North Lancashire) Officer Gilt and Enamel Cap Badge, 1953–1970 Pattern, an officer-quality British Army regimental cap badge associated with The Loyal Regiment (North Lancashire) during the post-war period. The badge combines gilt and silver-plated metal with enamel detailing, reflecting the more elaborate construction used for officer uniform insignia.

The 1953–1970 pattern covers the reign of Queen Elizabeth II and includes the period of the regiment’s service during the latter stages of Britain’s post-war military commitments. In 1970, the regiment was amalgamated with the Lancashire Regiment (Prince of Wales’s Volunteers) to form The Queen’s Lancashire Regiment.

Officer gilt and enamel badges are particularly sought after by collectors of British Army officer insignia, post-war regimental badges and Lancashire military history. This example is suitable for collections covering the Loyal Regiment, North Lancashire military history, British Army cap badges and officer-quality enamel insignia.

Dimensions

Approx. 43mm x 41mm.

Condition

Good overall condition with light age-related patination. The gilt metal and enamel detailing remain well defined, with the badge suitable for display or inclusion in a collection of British Army officer insignia.