North Staffordshire Regiment (Prince of Wales’s) (N. STAFFORD) Curved Brass Shoulder Title (1902-1959 Pattern)

North Staffordshire Regiment (Prince of Wales’s) (N. STAFFORD) curved brass shoulder title (1902–1959 pattern), an original example of British Army uniform insignia associated with the North Staffordshire Regiment (Prince of Wales’s).

The shoulder title features the abbreviated regimental designation “N. STAFFORD” in curved brass lettering, a distinctive form worn on British Army uniforms to identify regimental affiliation. Manufactured in brass, the title reflects the traditional style of shoulder insignia used throughout the first half of the 20th century.

Shoulder titles of this type were worn on the shoulder straps or epaulettes of service dress uniforms by officers and other ranks of the North Staffordshire Regiment. Their purpose was to provide immediate visual identification of the wearer’s regiment while complementing the cap badge and other regimental insignia.

The North Staffordshire Regiment was formed in 1881 through the amalgamation of the 64th and 98th Regiments of Foot under the Childers Reforms. The regiment served with distinction throughout the British Empire and took part in major conflicts, including the Second Boer War, the First World War, and World War II. The 1902–1959 pattern spans the reigns of Edward VII, George V, George VI, and the early reign of Elizabeth II.

Manufactured in brass with original attachment fittings to the reverse, this example represents a classic piece of British regimental insignia with a long period of service use.

Dimensions

Approx. 52mm width

Condition

Good overall original condition, with clear lettering and a well-preserved brass surface. Light wear, minor distortion, and age-related patina consistent with service use and storage may be present. Reverse fittings remain intact and secure. No significant damage or repairs evident.