The Welch Regiment Cap Badge Books Mint overall condition

Mint overall condition

its simplistic yet effective design ensured functionality in challenging environments

These badges were issued to civilians engaged in essential war work during World War I to exempt them from military enlistment scrutiny

often seen on parade/working dress during the apartheid-era SADF period

minor service wear consistent with storage and light use

The Welch Regiment Cap Badge Books Mint overall conditionThis badge represents The Welch Regiment, a historic infantry regiment of the British Army. It features the iconic Prince of Waless feathers at the top, encircled by a coronet, with a scroll displaying the regiment's motto ICH DIEN (German for "I Serve"). Below, a banner reads "THE WELCH," emphasizing the regiments Welsh heritage. The badge is made of bi metal construction, with the feathers and coronet in silver and the banner in brass.