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Title London Irish Regiment cap badge
Nationality British
Period c 1914
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This is the WW1 badge of the London Irish, die-struck in gilding metal and usually found with traces of black finish (see some on reverse). This regiment was raised in the 1860s from the Irish living in London and served with great distinction in both wars.



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[Militaria : Badges : British : 20th Century]

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I received the item today, you had packed it well and there were no problems with customs. Overall I was happy with it although the blade was a little bit worse than I had imagined, however thank you for your efforts.

P P, Australia, 09.03.2011

The bayonet is a splendid addition to my collection...

C T, UK, 03.12.2008

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