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Title 16th Queen's Lancers cap badge, ERII
Nationality British
Period c 1960
Sold

This 16th Queen's Lancers badge is interesting on account of its bi-metal construction, as by the early 1960s most of the regiments of the British Army had gone over to stabrite badges. Electric soldering was used on this badge, but in other respects its construction is very similar to the earlier format, though somewhat reduced in size.



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[Militaria : Badges : British : 20th Century]

testimonials

[From a vendor, rather than a buyer]

I'm delighted that you are happy with the badge and I hope you can sell it to someone who will value owning it.

I tried to sell it on eBay but they won't accept Nazi items. I then contacted several dealers via a Google search who mostly offered me £40-£50 after some haggling. Most of the other dealers tried to conceal its true value in their replies and also lacked manners which doesn't inspire confidence.

Ultimately it's about trust. I should think that most prospective sellers have done their own research and therefore know roughly what their item is worth. You were the only dealer who had the integrity to concede that my valuation was approximately correct and I respect your comment that you can't offer this as you need to make a profit. Your honest approach is greatly appreciated and I felt comfortable taking the risk in sending it to you.

Thank you for a smooth transaction

C D, UK, 01.07.2015

Bayonet arrived today, very quick, and very pleased.

P H, UK, 13.11.2010

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