Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Regiment Silver Plate Lapel Badge

Queen’s Own (Royal West Kent Regiment) silver plate lapel badge, a finely detailed example associated with the historic British infantry regiment Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Regiment. This badge features the regiment’s distinctive insignia in relief, incorporating the cap badge design with associated heraldic elements and regimental title, presented in a compact format suitable for civilian wear as a lapel or sweetheart-style badge.

The Queen’s Own (Royal West Kent Regiment) was a line infantry regiment of the British Army with origins dating back to the late 17th century, gaining its “Queen’s Own” title in the Victorian era. It saw extensive service across multiple campaigns, including the First and Second World Wars, and maintained a strong regimental identity reflected in its insignia and associated commemorative badges. Lapel badges such as this were often worn by serving soldiers, veterans, and supporters to denote affiliation and pride in the regiment outside of formal uniform wear.

This example is produced in a silver-plated finish. Lapel badges of this type are commonly associated with regimental associations, veteran groups, and commemorative jewellery and remain popular within British militaria collecting for their historical and personal significance.

Manufactured in silver-plated metal with a secure fitting to the reverse, this badge provides a durable and attractive representation of regimental insignia. Items of this pattern are sought after by collectors of British Army regimental memorabilia, particularly those focused on infantry regiments and their associated social history.

Dimensions
Approx. 33mm height

Condition
Good overall condition with clear detailing and a bright silver plate finish. Light surface wear consistent with age and handling may be present. Reverse fitting remains intact and functional, although probably not original to the badge.