Help with Derbyshire Yeomanry cap badge

[Tanda56]

Could anybody please tell me if this badge is the right size for a service cap or is it for a beret/forage cap? Also, what is the significance of the letter P stamped on the back. Many thanks.

[Adrian Stevenson]

When the unit was in exsistance there would only have been one size of cap abdge, so correct for an SD cap or a Beret.

I cannot help on the "P" stamped on it sorry.

Cheers, Ade.

[mjw]

It is my understanding that the letter “P” indicates “Plate” ie silver plate. It is a common feature of badges made for wear by British Officers and senior NCOs.

[Watchdog]

It is my understanding that the letter “P” indicates “Plate” ie silver plate. It is a common feature of badges made for wear by British Officers and senior NCOs.

Absolutely correct and it is the counterpart to badges stamped "S" for Sterling which in itself was an alternative to the cost of having individual badges assayed (hallmarked) which has always been the preserve of high end silver makers or batches of badges large enough to make the cost of the Assay Office fees viable.

Regards

Mark

[Tanda56]

Very interesting information. I’ve learned something new! Thank you

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Thank you Mark for the extra info.

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Thank you Mark for the extra info.

[Jerry B]

It could be a collar badge, but certainly genuine and silver and gilt

[Watchdog]

It could be a collar badge, but certainly genuine and silver and gilt

That thought occurred to me too Jerry but at 1.75 inch width I thought it might be a bit large? I'm afraid that collar badges specifics are not really my forte.

Regards

Mark

[Tanda56]

I have a Derbyshire Yeomanry uniform and the collar badges are much smaller than the badge in question!