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Royal Observer Corps cold war period lapel and cap badge

Royal Observer Corps cold war period lapel and cap badge

A scarce original early post 1953 large silver plate badge with pale blue enamel circlet 'Forewarned is Forearmed' and 'Royal Observer Corps', surmounted by a Queen's Crown, the centre depicting an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon. Very good condition, complete with original buttonhole fitting, no damage to the enamel.
Height 40mm.  read more

Code: 65592

25.00 GBP

Royal Canadian Air Force RCAF Ground Observer Corps pin badge

Royal Canadian Air Force RCAF Ground Observer Corps pin badge

A good original circa 1950's cold war period 'RCAF Ground Observer Corps badge'; lightweight gilt metal example in the form of a spread eagle surmounting an oval title inlaid with hand painted enamel; the reverse impressed with British maker's details 'B.M.Co.' (Birmingham Medal Co). Very good condition, complete with original single screw post and nut.
Height approx 23mm.
The Gro...  read more

Code: 65439

20.00 GBP

Royal ROC Leading Observer Rank pair of epaulette slip on cloth badges

Royal ROC Leading Observer Rank pair of epaulette slip on cloth badges

A scarce original circa pre 1996 late issue 'Royal Observer Corps Leading Observer Rank matching pair of nylon embroidered epaulette slip on cloth badges' possibly for a pullover. Good condition.
Height approx 51mm.
The closure of the headquarters of the Royal Observer Corps on 31 March 1996 marked the disbandment of the ROC after over 70 years of service.  read more

Code: 65393

20.00 GBP

Observer Corps qualification lapel and cap badge c.pre 1941

Observer Corps qualification lapel and cap badge c.pre 1941

A scarce original wartime pre 1941 silver plated badge with pale blue enamel circlet inscribed 'Forewarned is Forearmed Observer Corps', the centre depicting an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon, the reverse impressed with maker's details 'J.R.Gaunt London. Very good condition, complete original buttonhole fitting, no damage to the enamel.
Diameter...  read more

Code: 65392

35.00 GBP

Royal Observer Corps ROC other ranks cloth embroidered badge c1941 to 1947

Royal Observer Corps ROC other ranks cloth embroidered badge c1941 to 1947

A scarce original circa 1941 to 1947 issue 'Royal Observer Corps other ranks cloth badge' worn on the left breast of the Battledress Blouse; large bound edged dark blue woven oval, bearing a light blue embroidered King George VI crowned circlet, title and eagle to the centre, the reverse with black hessian lining. Very good condition.
Height approx 93mm.
The Observer Corps was fou...  read more

Code: 65391

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Royal Observer Corps ROC other ranks beret badge c1941 to 1952

Royal Observer Corps ROC other ranks beret badge c1941 to 1952

A good original circa 1941 to 1952 late issue 'Royal Observer Corps other ranks beret badge', die stamped chromium plated example bearing laurel sprays surmounted by a King George VI Crown with 'Forewarned is Forearmed' scroll below, the voided centre depicting an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon. Very good condition, complete with original two loop fitt...  read more

Code: 65390

15.00 GBP

Royal Observer Corps lapel and cap badge

Royal Observer Corps lapel and cap badge

A scarce original post 1941 to 1952 large silver plate badge with pale blue enamel circlet 'Forewarned is Forearmed' and 'Royal Observer Corps', surmounted by a King's Crown, the centre depicting an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon. Good condition, complete with original buttonhole fitting, minor enamel loss below crown. Price reflects.
Height 41m...  read more

Code: 64364

35.00 GBP

Observer Corps white metal cap badge

Observer Corps white metal cap badge

A scarce original pre 1941 die-stamped figure of an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon resting in a curved scroll inscribed 'Observer Corps'; the reverse retaining original three blade fittings. Very good condition.
Height 38mm.

The 'Observer Corps' was awarded the title 'Royal' by His Majesty King George VI in April 1941, in recognit...  read more

Code: 64363

75.00 GBP

WW2 Royal Observer Corps qualification lapel badge

WW2 Royal Observer Corps qualification lapel badge

A scarce original post 1941 unusual SMALL silver plated badge with pale blue enamel circlet 'Forewarned is Forearmed' and 'Royal Observer Corps', surmounted by a King's Crown, the centre depicting an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon; the reverse impressed with maker's details 'B'HAM MEDAL & BADGE Co LTD ALBION ST. BIRMINGHAM'. Good condition, complete wi...  read more

Code: 64222

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WW2 Observer Corps qualification lapel and cap badge pre 1941

WW2 Observer Corps qualification lapel and cap badge pre 1941

A scarce original wartime pre 1941 silver plated badge with pale blue enamel circlet inscribed 'Forewarned is Forearmed Observer Corps', the centre depicting an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon, the reverse impressed with unusual maker's details 'PHILLIPS ALDERSHOT'. Very good condition, complete original buttonhole fitting, no damage to the enamel, mino...  read more

Code: 64221

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WW2 Royal Observer Corps qualification cap badge

WW2 Royal Observer Corps qualification cap badge

A scarce original post 1941 home front silver plated badge with pale blue enamel circlet 'Forewarned is Forearmed' and 'Royal Observer Corps', surmounted by a King's Crown, the centre depicting an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon. Very good condition, complete with original buttonhole fitting, no damage to the enamel.
Height 41mm.

T...  read more

Code: 64220

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EIIR Royal Observer Corps ROC pin badge

EIIR Royal Observer Corps ROC pin badge

A good original early post 1953 cold war period small silver plated badge, with pale blue enamel title circlet 'Forewarned is Forearmed' 'Royal Observer Corps', surmounted by a Queen's Crown, the centre depicting an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel.
Height 28mm.  read more

Code: 62236

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EIIR Royal Observer Corps ROC lapel badge

EIIR Royal Observer Corps ROC lapel badge

A good original early post 1953 cold war period silver plated home front badge, with pale blue enamel title circlet 'Forewarned is Forearmed Royal Observer Corps', surmounted by a Queen's Crown, the centre depicting an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon. Very good condition, complete with original buttonhole fitting, no damage to the enamel.
Height ...  read more

Code: 62059

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Royal Observer Corps officer's gilt ROC beret badge

Royal Observer Corps officer's gilt ROC beret badge

A good original early post 1953 issue 'Royal Observer Corps officer's beret badge', die cast rich gilt example bearing laurel sprays surmounted by a Queen's Crown with 'Forewarned is Forearmed' scroll below, the voided centre depicting an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon. Excellent condition, complete with original two loop fittings, gilt remains bright....  read more

Code: 60528

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Observer Corps Pre-1941 qualification cap and lapel badge.

Observer Corps Pre-1941 qualification cap and lapel badge.


A scarce original pre-1941 frosted silver plated badge with plain circlet bearing the motto "Forewarned is Forearmed" and "Observer Corps" title, the centre depicts an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon; the reverse with maker's details "J.R.Gaunt London". Very good condition, this example retaining its original pin fittings, minor wear.
Dia...  read more

Code: 58578

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Royal Observer Corps Pre-1953 miniature ROC lapel badge.

Royal Observer Corps Pre-1953 miniature ROC lapel badge.


A scarce originl pre-1953 unusual miniature size chromium plated lapel badge; pale blue enamel circlet bearing the motto "Forewarned is Forearmed" and "Royal Observer Corps" title, surmounted by a King's Crown, the centre depicts an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon. Very good condition, retaining original triangular buttonhole fitting with bobble...  read more

Code: 58387

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WW2 Observer Corps Pre-1941 silver tie pin badge

WW2 Observer Corps Pre-1941 silver tie pin badge

A scarce pre-1941 circular example, the centre depicting an Elizabethan coastwatcher holding a flaming torch and scanning the horizon, with title circlet "Forewarned is Forearmed" and "Observer Corps" inlaid with pale blue enamel and mounted on a slender bar, the reverse impressed "Silver". Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect.
Diameter 17mm.
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Code: 58000

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Royal Observer Corps Post-1941 ROC title badge

Royal Observer Corps Post-1941 ROC title badge


A scarce post-1941 'Royal Observer Corps officer's gilded brass ROC collar / greatcoat shoulder strap title badge'. Very good condition, retaining original loop fittings to reverse, gilt finish remains bright.
Width approx 30mm.
Height approx 12mm.  read more

Code: 56799

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WW2 National Association of Spotters Clubs NASC aircraft badge

WW2 National Association of Spotters Clubs NASC aircraft badge


A scarce original Second World War period 'N.A.S.C aircraft spotters badge'; brass circular example inlaid with blue enamel, depicting in high relief a fighter aircraft in flight above a silhouette of city rooftops, the reverse with maker's details "Roden London" Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect, an excellent example.
Height 28mm.

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Code: 56156

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