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Title 1796 pattern universal gorget
Nationality British
Period c 1800
Price £0.00
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A gorget was worn round the neck by British officers on duty with their troops as an indication of officer rank and current duty. This particular gorget replaced earlier regimental ones with royal arms and regimental numbers. Its construction is copper with mercury gilt finish, nearly 100% intact. Two minor age cracks.



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[Militaria : Badges : British : 18th Century]

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A M, The Netherlands, 15.10.2011

I received the book yesterday and I must say I am delighted with it, a cracking piece of work ... A very big thank you for perservering and getting the book to me, a big thumbs up for you and your business.

C B, UK, 05.01.2006

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