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A good original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Cook proficiency badge', red embroidered grill on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt. Diameter approx 36mm.
Code: 62545
25.00 GBP
A good original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Handyman proficiency badge', red embroidered hammer and brush on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt. Diameter approx 36mm.
Code: 62487
30.00 GBP
A good original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Swimmer proficiency badge', embroidered diver wearing black swimming trunks on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt. Diameter approx 36mm.
Code: 62486
A rare original 1st pattern 'Boy Scouts officer's silver hat badge', arrowhead in circle, no stars, resting on a 'Be Prepared' ribbon scroll; the reverse impressed with Birmingham silver hallmaks for 1911, maker's details 'JAW&C' (J.A.Wylie & Co) and registered, design and patent number 'Rd535092' for the year 1909. Fair condition, complete with two original loop fittings, bristle plume now ABSENT, heavy distortion to ring surround, price reflects.
Code: 62481
120.00 GBP
A scarce original circa 1905 -1921 sheet brass SMALL pattern fleur-de-lys sleeve badge, chosen by Colonel Baden Powell when he introduced scouting in the Army whilst out in South Africa commanding the 5th Dragoon Guards circa 1897. The first official mention traced is in Army Order of 1905. This example was worn by Army Scout 1st Class. Very good condition, minimal service wear, retaining original two loop fittings and split pin. Height 44mm. The 'Baden Powell Trained Army Scouts' badge was abolished in 1921.
Code: 62480
90.00 GBP
A scarce original circa 1940's period British Made 'Young Mens Christian Association Boy Scouts gilt metal badge', in the form of a red enamel triangle with superimposed green fleur-de-lis emblem to the centre; the reverse impressed with maker's details 'Marples & Beasley Birmingham'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, gilt finish remains bright. Height 26mm.
Code: 62479
80.00 GBP
A scarce original post 1947 pattern 'Senior Scouts nickel badge'; the small 'S' initials superimposed on a short bar with swallowtail ends, designed to be place on the leather band of a Scout Leaders large felt hat. Very good condition, complete with original two blade fittings. Width 22mm.
Code: 62472
20.00 GBP
A scarce original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Laundryman proficiency badge' red embroidered 'flat iron' on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt. Diameter approx 36mm.
Code: 62387
50.00 GBP
A good original 'Assistant Cubmaster hat badge'; large circular chromium plated example with an applied small wolf's head on red enamel ground, yellow motto scroll below 'Boy Scouts'. Excellent mint condition, complete with original two loops fittings and split pin, enamel perfect. Diameter 38mm.
Code: 62341
18.00 GBP
A scarce original circa early post-1947 vintage period 'Queen's Scout badge'; small gilt brass miniature shield, red enamel Crown to the centre with 'Senior Scouts' below, all set on green enamel ground. Excellent condition, complete with original single spiral turned pin fitting, enamel perfect. Height of shield 15mm. Overall height with pin 47mm.
Code: 62340
40.00 GBP
A scarce original circa 1937 to 1952 pattern early issue 'District Rover Scoutmaster hat badge"; Electro Plated Nickel Silver arrowhead in circle, red enamel 'R S' instead of stars, 'Boy Scouts' motto scroll below, the reverse impressed 'E.P.N.S'. Very good condition, complete with original white bristle plume, correct amount of bobbles top and bottom, two flat loops fitting complete with split pin, enamel with minor service wear Height without plume 36mm. With plume approx 65mm.
Code: 62206
SOLD
A scarce original example of a second pattern 'Group Scoutmaster Officer's lapel badge', brass bronze circular example inlaid with green white green striped enamel, with yellow 'Boy Scout' motto scroll and an applied red arrowhead with stars. Very good condition, no damage to the enamel. Diameter 20mm.
Code: 62152
45.00 GBP
A scarce original circa 1905 -1921 sheet brass LARGE pattern fleur-de-lys sleeve badge chosen by Colonel Baden Powell when he introduced scouting in the Army whilst out in South Africa commanding the 5th Dragoon Guards circa 1897. The first official mention traced is in Army Order of 1905. This example was worn by Army Scouts 2nd Class. Very good condition, retaining original two loop fittings, with split pin. Height 68mm. The 'Baden Powell Trained Army Scouts' badge was abolished in 1921.
Code: 62147
A scarce original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Missioner proficiency badge' yellow embroidered 'Fan' on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt. Diameter approx 36mm.
Code: 62133
35.00 GBP
A scarce original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Signaller proficiency badge' red embroidered 'crossed flags' on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt. Diameter approx 36mm.
Code: 62062
A scarce original circa 1905 -1921 sheet brass LARGE pattern fleur-de-lys sleeve badge chosen by Colonel Baden Powell when he introduced scouting in the Army whilst out in South Africa commanding the 5th Dragoon Guards circa 1897. The first official mention traced is in Army Order of 1905. This example was worn by Army Scouts 1st Class. Good condition, complete with original loops fittings and split pin, some service wear. Height 84mm. Robert Baden-Powell served in the British Army from 1876 until 1910 when he retired from the army and formed 'The Scout Association' for boys. The 'Baden Powell Trained Army Scouts' badge was abolished in 1921.
Code: 62039
85.00 GBP
A scarce original circa 1909 pattern issue 'Boy Scouts Marksman proficiency badge' red embroidered 'crossed rifles' on khaki felt circular backing, the reverse with black herringbone cotton lining. Very good used condition, colours remain bright, evidence of having been removed from shirt. Diameter approx 36mm.
Code: 62011
A good original British made post 1947 'Senior Scouts beret badge'; circular die-stamped nickel plated example displaying an arrowhead to voided circle 'S' in relief to the centre with 'Boy Scouts' scroll below. Excellent condition, the reverse with original brass slider fitting. Diameter 32mm. The 'Senior Scouts' were reformed in 1947 and disbanded in 1967 to become the Venture Scouts.
Code: 62000
A good original British made pre-1964 early issue 'Rover Scouts green beret badge'; circular die-stamped nickel plated example displaying an arrowhead to voided circle 'R S' instead of the stars with 'Boy Scouts' scroll below, the reverse still retaining its very vulnerable (inclined to break off) blade fittings. Very good condition. Diameter 32mm. The 'Rover Scouts' were disbanded in 1964.
Code: 61999
A scarce original 'Rover Scouts nickel badge'; the 'RS' initials connected by a short bar with loops to reverse, to place on the leather band of a Scout Leaders large felt hat. Very good condition, complete with original split pin. Width 25mm. Height 12mm.
Code: 61998
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