Northern Rhodesia Police chrome blazer button, dating from the period 1952–1964, when Northern Rhodesia was administered as a British Protectorate prior to independence as Zambia in October 1964. The button represents the police service responsible for maintaining law and order during the final years of British colonial administration. Northern Rhodesia Police buttons and insignia are collected as part of the wider field of British colonial police militaria and African police history.
Manufactured in chrome-plated metal, the button features the Queen’s Crown, reflecting the reign of Queen Elizabeth II and the post-1952 pattern. The design incorporates the insignia of the Northern Rhodesia Police, identifying the force and its colonial-era service. Its 17mm diameter makes it suitable for display alongside other British colonial police buttons, uniform insignia and Northern Rhodesian collectables. The pattern is associated with the period immediately preceding the dissolution of the protectorate and the formation of independent Zambia in 1964.
Dimensions
17mm diameter
Condition
Very good overall condition with clear detailing and a well-preserved surface. Minor signs of age-related wear and service use may be present. Shank to the reverse remains intact and secure. No significant damage or repairs are evident.
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