This Vintage British Army Border Regiment Collar Badge is a fine example of regimental insignia with historic and collectible value. Measuring 30×30 mm and weighing 8.72 g, this detailed badge is crafted in white metal with copper lugs on the reverse for secure fastening. The badge is designed in the form of a Maltese cross encircled by laurel wreaths, inscribed with the regiment’s celebrated battle honors including “Peninsula,” “Albuhera,” “Vittoria,” “Pyrenees,” and “Arroyo dos Molinos.”
At the center of the badge sits a striking red enamel roundel containing the regiment’s dragon emblem, a symbol of valor and service. The Border Regiment, formed in 1881, had a distinguished record in both the First and Second World Wars, and its insignia reflects this proud legacy. Collectors value this collar badge not only for its aesthetic craftsmanship but also for its association with one of Britain’s historic line infantry regiments.
Whether you are a military historian, collector of British Army insignia, or enthusiast of WWI and WWII militaria, this badge offers a unique opportunity to own a tangible piece of regimental history.