The badge is manufactured in anodised aluminium (A/A) and features the regiment’s distinctive flaming grenade and the depiction of George slaying the dragon, surmounted by St Edward’s Crown, denoting the Queen’s crown pattern worn during the reign of Elizabeth II. The lightweight anodised finish provided a durable, low-maintenance alternative to traditional brass while maintaining the regiment’s distinctive appearance.
Cap badges of this type were worn on the berets of other ranks of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers from its formation in 1968 until the accession of Charles III in 2022, when the design was updated to incorporate the Tudor Crown. The badge served as the principal symbol of regimental identity and reflected the proud traditions of one of the British Army’s senior line infantry regiments.
The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers was formed on 23 April 1968 through the amalgamation of four historic fusilier regiments: the Royal Northumberland Fusiliers, the Royal Warwickshire Fusiliers, the Royal Fusiliers (City of London Regiment), and the Lancashire Fusiliers. The regiment has since served on operations around the world, including Northern Ireland, the Balkans, Iraq, and Afghanistan, continuing a military heritage that spans more than three centuries.
Anodised cap badges became standard issue throughout much of the British Army during the late twentieth century due to their practicality, resistance to tarnishing, and reduced maintenance requirements. Queen’s Crown examples are increasingly sought after following the introduction of the King’s Crown pattern in 2022.
Manufactured in anodised aluminium with original attachment fittings to the reverse, this example represents an attractive piece of modern British infantry insignia.
Dimensions
Approx. 50mm height
Condition
Good overall original condition, with crisp detailing and a well-preserved anodised finish. No significant damage or repairs evident.
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