QVC Cambridge University Volunteer Rifles Officers Helmet Plate

QVC Cambridge University Volunteer Rifles Officers Helmet Plate

Royal Berkshire Regiment Officers Post 1901 Blue Cloth Helmet Plate

Royal Berkshire Regiment Officers Post 1901 Blue Cloth Helmet Plate

The Royal Warwickshire Regiment Officers Mid-Victorian Shoulder Belt Plate

£2,000.00
o.n.o

The Royal Warwickshire Regiment Officers Mid-Victorian Shoulder Belt Plate in burnished Gilt with Silver - Parkyn 107 - worn prior to 1841. Superb condition. Price includes overnight tracked delivery to a UK address.

Availability: In stock
SKU
CX296668410
OR Make an Offer

SAVE £££’s
The price you see is commission FREE !
Save 25% - 30% on traditional auction purchases.

The Royal Warwickshire Regiment traces its history back to the 6th Regiment of Foot, which was raised in 1674. The regiment underwent various changes and redesignations over the years.

Shoulder belt plates were a component of military uniforms and served both functional and decorative purposes. These plates were worn on the cross belts that supported the soldier's cartridge box or bayonet scabbard. Officers often had more ornate and customized versions of these belt plates compared to enlisted soldiers.

Before 1782, the regiment was named the 6th Regiment of Foot, and from 1782 to 1832, it was designated as the 6th (1st Warwickshire) Regiment of Foot. In 1832, as a result of H.R.H. William, Duke of Clarence (later King William IV) becoming the regiment's colonel-in-chief, it gained the "Royal" prefix and became the Royal Warwickshire Regiment.

Military uniforms and accouterments during the early to mid-19th century were distinctive, and shoulder belt plates were part of the officer's uniform. These belt plates often featured the regimental insignia, crests, or other symbols that identified the unit.

Make Your Best Offer
Enter your email and your offer below. We'll review it and get back to you shortly
Email
Your Offer
Submit
Seller : 20
United Kingdom

Our service reviews

Register now to get started