arthur mac
Tenderfoot
- Oct 24, 2012
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- Primary Interest:
- All Treasure Hunting
I found this badge ,pewter, brass plated then was gold guilded. gold is all just about gone,hexagon shape with round boss in center surrounded by a wreath of heather,extending outward are 6 broad arrows with heather flowers spaced between each one, only 2 full flowers remain others are snapped in half.this badge is a fine piece as i have yet to see one like it in publication. measurement is 1.75 inches corner to corner,hexagon flat sides are between 7/8 and 15/16, the badge rises out giving a 3 dimension apearance.This is British military. what I need to know if these were distinct to certain regiments or were a general badge wore by specific rank ,many British regiments were stationed all through out the old northwest such as the 41st ,47th, kings 8th, Rodgers rangers , Butlers rangers,Royal Newfoundland Fencibles,60th,100 th a foot prince of wales regiment, ect......... have more to show, stay tuned just getting started. would be totally surprised if anyone has any info on this, thanks.this badge was found right near a kings 8th and a butlers ranger button.This time frame should be between 1760 to 1814.Broad arrows signify British military.Many Scots were pressed into service or they just wanted to leave the crowded highlands for a better life ,thats where the heather comes .
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