Royal Ulster Rifles Mid Victorian Officers Shoulder Belt Plate

The Royal Ulster Rifles was a regiment of the British Army with a history dating back to 1793. During the mid-Victorian era (roughly the 1850s to 1870s), military uniforms and accouterments underwent various changes. Shoulder belt plates were a significant part of military dress during this period, serving both a functional and decorative purpose. These plates typically featured regimental insignia, including the regiment's name, number, and often a crest or other distinctive symbols.