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A superb original First World War period fine quality 'The Kings Royal Rifle Corps sweetheart brooch', the miniature representative badge of the Regiment mounted on a hollow gold rifle, the reverse impressed '9ct gold' and maker's details 'A.Bros' (Ahronsberg Brothers, Birmingham). Pristine condition, complete original pin fitting and rifle sling, no dents or distortions Width 51mm. Height 22mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 14155
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A superb original First World War period fine quality 'King's Royal Rifle Corps gold and enamel brooch', the badge of the Regiment, a Maltese Cross with title circlet surmounted by crowned Latin motto scroll 'Celer et Audax' (Swift and Bold) inlaid with green enamel and mounted on a slim bar, the reverse impressed '9ct' (9 carat gold) and maker's details 'CP&Co' (Charles Packer & Co London). Excellent condition, complete with original pin fittings, enamel. perfect. Width 48mm. Height 29mm. In 1858 'Peninsula Barracks Winchester, Hampshire' became the home base and training centre for the 'Kings Royal Rifle Corps' (60th Rifles) and 'Rifle Brigade' and was called the 'Rifle Depot'. In 1951 the name of the Depot was changed to 'The Green Jackets Depot' and later to the 'The Green Jackets Brigade Depot'. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 14060
A rare original Victorian period 'The Kings Royal Rifles hollow silver sweetheart brooch', ornate hollow silver surround, with applied badge to the centre; the reverse bearing Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1892 and maker's details "F.N" (F. Narborough Birmingham). Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no dents or distortions, an excellent example. Diameter 43mm.
Code: 14058
120.00 GBP
A fine quality scarce original Great War period 'Kings Royal Rifle Corps sweetheart brooch', in the form of a miniature badge with heavy gold plated finish, mounted to a S.M.L.E rifle, the reverse bearing Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1917 and maker's details "A.Bros" (Ahronsberg Brothers, Birmingham). Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, complete with original rifle sling and all the gold plating to the front of the badge. Width 54mm. Height 22mm.
Code: 13775
75.00 GBP
A good original First World War period 'The Kings Royal Rifle Corps hollow silver sweetheart brooch', the reverse bearing Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1916 and with maker's details "P&T" (Pearce & Thompson). Good condition, retaining original pin fitting but a old replacement hook with padded base. Height 33mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 12776
30.00 GBP
A good original First World War period 'King's Royal Rifle Corps sweetheart brooch', the reverse bearing London silver hallmarks for 1917 and maker's details "C&A". Good condition, retaining original pin fittings, a very loved brooch that has been rather over polished. Diameter 27mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 12693
35.00 GBP
A superb original First World War period fine quality 'King's Royal Rifle Corps gold and enamel brooch', the badge of the Regiment, a Maltese Cross with title circlet surmounted by Crowned Latin motto scroll 'Celer et Audax' (Swift and Bold) inlaid with green enamel and mounted on a slim bar, the reverse impressed "9ct" (9 carat gold). Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings incorporating safety catch, perfect enamel. Width 53mm. Height 22mm. In 1858 'Peninsula Barracks Winchester, Hampshire' became the home base and training centre for the 'Kings Royal Rifle Corps' (60th Rifles) and 'Rifle Brigade' and was called the 'Rifle Depot'. In 1951 the name of the Depot was changed to 'The Green Jackets Depot' and later to the 'The Green Jackets Brigade Depot'. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 12683
180.00 GBP
A rare First World War period 'The King's Royal Rifle Corps' gold sweetheart locket containing photographs of a unknown young serving officer. The front with applied badge of the regiment, the reverse bearing Chester gold hallmarks for 1916 and with maker's details "PPLd" (Payton, Pepper & Sons Ltd, Vyse Street, Birmingham.). Excellent condition and complete with suspension ring. Diameter 22mm.
Code: 12672
A beautiful The King's Royal Rifle Corps mid 1950's rhodium plated sweetheart brooch, the arms of the cross set with thirty two paste diamond stones, the reverse impressed "Sterling Silver" "Made In England". Very good condition, original pin fittings incorporating safety roller catch, no damage to the enamel and complete with all stones. Height 36mm.
Code: 11988
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