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How old is this RAN / RN chief petty officer cap badge? (kings crown)

Article about: I bought this a long while ago off of eBay and I was curious if there is anyway to date (or a time period) this cap badge. I know that its from around 1901-1952ish but I'd like to know a mor

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    Default How old is this RAN / RN chief petty officer cap badge? (kings crown)

    I bought this a long while ago off of eBay and I was curious if there is anyway to date (or a time period) this cap badge.
    I know that its from around 1901-1952ish but I'd like to know a more specific period of time.
    I've heard that they're almost impossible to date but I think it's at least worth trying my luck.
    I'm not very familiar with RAN or RN stuff so I apologize if I make any incorrect statements.
    Any help is always greatly appreciated.

    How old is this RAN / RN chief petty officer cap badge? (kings crown)
    How old is this RAN / RN chief petty officer cap badge? (kings crown)

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    It's pre-1952, but it would surprise me if you can narrow the age down more than that. However from my collection a photo from 1921 (not a chief) of Petty Officer Jock Malcolmson in China, might be of interest.

    How old is this RAN / RN chief petty officer cap badge? (kings crown)

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    Thanks for the reply, very interesting.

    P.S. I forgot to mention but it came with a cotton cover, I'll take some pictures of it, if it could help identify the age.

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    The last picture shows where the insignia was in front of.
    The picture of the snaps shows the makers marks on them.

    How old is this RAN / RN chief petty officer cap badge? (kings crown)
    How old is this RAN / RN chief petty officer cap badge? (kings crown)
    How old is this RAN / RN chief petty officer cap badge? (kings crown)
    How old is this RAN / RN chief petty officer cap badge? (kings crown)
    How old is this RAN / RN chief petty officer cap badge? (kings crown)

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    While not conclusive, the snap button may be able to be identified as to maker and period.
    With the Ratings caps the permanent white top type was adopted in 1954 so seems your cap and insignia march for period, pre- ERII.

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    Thanks for all the help I'll try and look into it, although chances are I'm not going to find much out.

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