{"product_id":"2026770000693-secondhand-badges-of-the-british-army-1820-1960-an-illustrated-reference-guide-for-collectors","title":"Badges Of The British Army 1820-1960: An Illustrated Reference Guide For Collectors","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Good                          \u003cbr\u003eJacket: Wear and tear\u003cbr\u003ePages: Good                  \u003cbr\u003eMarkings: Previous owner\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA definitive reference work for militaria enthusiasts and historians alike, Badges of the British Army 1820-1960: An Illustrated Reference Guide for Collectors presents a comprehensive survey of British Army cap badges, collar badges, and other insignia spanning nearly a century and a half of military history. F. Wilkinson, a respected authority on antique arms and militaria, details the evolution of regimental identity as expressed through the rich symbolism and craftsmanship of British military badges, guiding collectors through the distinctions of period, regiment, and manufacture. The guide instructs readers on how to identify authentic pieces, recognize variations, and assess rarity, making it an indispensable tool for both seasoned collectors and those new to the field. Written with authoritative precision, the text balances scholarly rigor with practical accessibility, ensuring that each entry illuminates the broader historical and regimental context behind every badge. This illustrated reference remains one of the most trusted volumes in the field of British militaria collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48826074857691,"sku":"2026770000693-SECONDHAND","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/48507d08-52f9-4c45-95ed-6417f85def82.png?v=1780312090","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026770000693-secondhand-badges-of-the-british-army-1820-1960-an-illustrated-reference-guide-for-collectors","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}