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The 8th Volunteer Battalion The Kings Liverpool Regiment (Liverpool Scottish) Officers Shoulder Belt Plate
Regular Price
£100.00
Special Price
£75.00
The 8th Volunteer Battalion The Kings Liverpool Regiment (Liverpool Scottish) Officers Shoulder Belt Plate. An Edwardian example in silvered metal. 2 loops to rear.
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SKU
CX1727051371
Shoulder Belt Plate for the 8th Volunteer Battalion, The King's (Liverpool Regiment), often known as the Liverpool Scottish.
Design Details
The King's Crown: The "Tudor Crown" at the top indicates this piece dates from the reign of King Edward VII (1901–1910).
Unit Designation: The central oval clearly displays "8 SCOTTISH VB" (8th Scottish Volunteer Battalion).
Regimental Title: Surrounding the oval is the inscription "THE KING'S LIVERPOOL REGT".
The Thistle Wreath: The elaborate border of thistles and leaves highlights the battalion's Scottish heritage and identity within the Liverpool-based regiment.
Textured Background: The "pebbled" or granular texture inside the oval and the lettering ring is a hallmark of high-quality officer-grade plates from this era.
Historical Significance
The 8th VB was a relatively short-lived designation. Formed in 1900, it existed under this name only until 1908, when the Territorial Force was created and it became the 10th (Scottish) Battalion. Finding a plate specifically marked "8 VB" is a treat for collectors because it represents that specific 8-year window of British military history.
Condition Note
The "silvered" finish has a wonderful patina that shows off the fine details of the thistle blooms and the lettering.