Boer War King’s Royal Rifle Corps KRRC Cap Badge Blackened Maltese Cross Origina
Condition:
Used
"(Size approximately 53 mm tall & 38 mm wide) I believe this to be an Original badge, in very good condition but showing genuine signs of age.Please study pictures carefully to decide."
Price: £39.99
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Item Specifics
Seller note: (Size approximately 53 mm tall & 38 mm wide) I believe this to be an Original badge, in very good condition but showing genuine signs of age.Please study pictures carefully to decide.
Item description
You are purchasing vintage & collectable Military Badge. I
believe this to be an Original badge, in very good condition but showing
genuine signs of age. Please study pictures carefully to decide.
Item Size & Specifications
- Height: 53 mm
- Width: 38 mm
- Type: British Army Cap Badge / Hat Insignia
- Era: Edwardian / Boer War Period (Circa 1904–1905)
- Regiment: King’s Royal Rifle Corps (KRRC)
- Material: Blackened Brass / Subdued Bronze Finish
- Motto: “Celer Et Audax” (Swift and Bold)
- Key Battle Honours Evident: Louisberg, Quebec 1759, Peninsula, Delhi, Roleia, Vimiera, Martinique, Talavera, South Africa 1851-2-3, Ahmad Khel, Kandahar 1880, Afghanistan 1878-80, Egypt 1882-1884, Tel-El-Kebir, Chitral, South Africa 1899-1902, Defence of Ladysmith, Relief of Ladysmith
- Country of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Description
Up for sale is a genuine, original British military King’s Royal Rifle Corps (KRRC) cap badge. This highly sought-after, larger-pattern Maltese Cross configuration dates to the early 1900s following the conclusion of the Second Boer War. The lower arm features the highly desirable “Defence of Ladysmith” and “Relief of Ladysmith” battle honours. It retains its proper traditional blackened, non-reflective finish designed historically to maintain concealment for riflemen on the battlefield.
Condition
- Overall State: Good used antique condition with a rich, historic service appearance.
- Front Details: The extensive, tiny stamped battle honours across all four arms of the cross remain incredibly distinct and readable under magnification.
- Rear Details: Displays a completely authentic aged patina. (Note to Buyer: Please inspect the rear side of your badge to check if the original slider or fixing loops are intact, as the reverse is not pictured here).
Item History
The King’s Royal Rifle Corps holds one of the most storied combat records in the British Army. Originally raised in colonial America as the Royal Americans, they evolved into an elite skirmishing unit. This specific badge design reflects the immediate aftermath of the South African Boer War (1899–1902), celebrating the legendary siege and relief actions at Ladysmith. Because it represents a narrow production timeframe before the 1910 multi-honour revisions, it is a key piece for specialized militaria collectors.
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R: Badge 1704 (5-0)/ 160 (C)
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- Item location: ilford, Essex
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Great quality and price, as described, seamless transaction, thanks so much for this wonderful piece of theatrical memorabilia! 🌟
l***e (138)
- Feedback left by buyer l***e (138).
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Great quality and price, seamless transaction, thanks so much for this wonderful piece of theatrical memorabilia! 🌟
l***e (138)
- Feedback left by buyer l***e (138).
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Great piece of theatrical memorabilia, thanks so much! 10/10
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