Royal Artillery officer’s service dress bronze cap badge, King’s Crown pattern, associated with the British Army’s artillery branch during the reign of King Edward VII, George V, and George VI, from 1902 to 1952. The bronze badge represents the Royal Regiment of Artillery, commonly known as the Royal Artillery, and was intended for wear on the service cap as part of an officer’s uniform.
The Royal Artillery traces its formal origins to 1716 and has played a central role in British military operations for more than three centuries. Its personnel have served in campaigns worldwide, providing field, medium, heavy and specialist artillery support. The regiment’s distinctive insignia is recognised by its traditional gun device and associated regimental symbolism.
The King’s Crown identifies this as a pre-1953 pattern, making it relevant to collectors of Second World War British Army insignia, Royal Artillery officers’ badges, service dress uniform items and King’s Crown militaria. Officer’s cap badges are of particular interest for their distinctive construction and place within the hierarchy of British Army uniform insignia.
Dimensions
Approx. 66mm x 50mm.
Condition
Good overall condition with age-related wear. Badge detailing remains visible, with fittings present.
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