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Just reading the tread and I have learned lots from it. I have the pin back badge or medal which I believe is for a post WW1 association of winner of the Autro-Hungarian bravery medal. It is a well made item 50mm tall and 20 grammes. Note the centre medallion is a stylised version of the triangular ribbon found on the medal The pin is not of the quality one would expect of an item to be worn on uniform. I am correct in my assumption that this is for civilian wear? Gordon

Picture of reverse. I wonder if the flat surface has been filed down and polished to give a brighter shinier finish. The precedent for this is seen on Royal Scots Greys badges where the high points, chest etc. are often found polished flat. I was told this by a retired RS Greys Sgt. Gordon

I do a reverse pic in the morning when lights is better Gordon

Well done Robert. Not a cap badge so I was looking in the wrong place. I have had a look elsewhere and all the other pictures show a dimpled ground to the lettering mine is flat and smooth. Maybe I have found a copy? Thanks again for putting me on the right road. Gordon

Does anyone know what this badge is. Tried what books I have along with google images but no luck, so I am putting the challenge out there. The scroll part is completely flat, is cast as one piece, has typical copper lugs found on British badges. height is 2 1/8 " Gordon

Thanks for the info Simi. I have had a look on line at the fraternity and they have a most interesting pedigree. The hat has been in my collection for many years awaiting an ID and you do it half an hour, there really is a vast amount of knowledge with forum members. I think this cap may now be destined for EBay as it does not fit my interests Thanks again. Gordon

Hi Mike, I have attached a pic of the reverse of 2 WW1 RFC/RAF wings that I known are genuine and period. Both came directly from the families The backing cloth is a good help as it must almost impossible for the fakers to get One is fine gauge linen the other fine gauge twill (diagonal weave)

I have had this cap/hat for years and now need some help in having it identified. The quality is exceptional. leather lining is now dry and loosing the polished finish The embroidery appears to hand done and is sewn directly onto hat Is this cap Military Mess dress, a Civilian smoking pillbox, or even a Bellhop';s cap (quality is a bit good for the last option) Any help appreciated. Gordon

A good start would be the reference book British,s Battles and Medals. Here you will get numbers issued to Royal Navy ships, Imperial Yeomanry Town, guards etc. I have collected Boer war medals since I was a kid decades ago and have always used the latest copy of the book I have never seen a full list of clasp issued, the number of medals is well above a half million. I would also direct you to the brilliant web site AngloBoerWar.com Gordon

Thanks for the translation. I have posted a picture of the envelope that the certificate came in Gordon

Here is one I have. Can any one give me a translation, I can't even read the text in this script. Would Hitler sign this type of issue document in 1935? Next pic is the envelope Gordon Here is the envelope Gordon Sorry no pic, I seem to have reached my upload limit G

I do like to see a success story like this. Well done. Just as a side in my box of unidentified stuff I have a IP badge which is now identified, thanks for the help Gordon

I have (attempted) to load the pics again. Gordon

Can anyone help identify this piece, that turn up in my shop in Glasgow as part of and old model railway collection! It weighs 10.75kgs approx 24 lbs. I cannot find any markings either stamped or stenciled anywhere on the bomb. The tail fin has been flattened. The fins and cone above are are of sheet metal. There is limited movement between the heavy metal head and sheet metal cone below. A nose piece has been unscrewed and is now missing. Any pointers on ID would be appreciated. in anticipation GORDON

As there is no badge for the airship division of the RNAS I wonder if this badge could be a private commission to be worn by veterans of the service in mufti and at parades to show there particular backgrounds? We have a history here in Scotland of wearing clan badges or simple thistle badges on glengarries or balmoral bonnets rather than regimental badges to show different backgrounds