British Northamptonshire Regiment Cap Badge
The item for sale is an original cap badge of the Northamptonshire Regiment, a line infantry regiment of the British Army. This specific design features a bi-metal construction (brass/gilt and white metal) and includes several historic elements related to the regiment's service.
Condition of the badge itself is very good and it’s likely this didn’t get much use in its lifetime.
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Some details from google about the badge:
Key Design Features
The Castle and Key: The central image represents the Castle and Key of Gibraltar, commemorating the regiment's service during the Great Siege of Gibraltar.
Battle Honors: The scrolls feature the names Gibraltar (at the top) and Talavera (below the castle), representing significant military honors.
Wreath: The castle is surrounded by a laurel wreath.
Regiment Name: A lower scroll clearly displays the "NORTHAMPTONSHIRE" name.
Historical Context
Origins: The regiment was formed in 1881 through the amalgamation of the 48th (Northamptonshire) and 58th (Rutlandshire) Regiments of Foot.
Active Period: It existed from 1881 until 1960, when it was amalgamated with the Royal Lincolnshire Regiment.
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