Edwardian British Army Royal Artillery ‘Nurses’ Gilt Belt Buckle coastal artillery Italy star

Italy star

First half of 20th century

complete with slider mount and backing cloth centre

The beret features a high-quality hand-sewn bullion wire anchor badge to the front and a traditional red wool pompom on top

95 mm width screen printed title which is uncut from the original cloth

Edwardian British Army Royal Artillery ‘Nurses’ Gilt Belt Buckle coastal artillery Italy starAn original and scarce 'nurses' waist belt of the Royal Artillery. Edwardian period circa 1900 1908. A two part, leaf shaped, clasp buckle. Heavy fret work, gilding, silver plated centrally mounted cannon. The buckle is affixed to a white leather belt. Golden thread overly with laurel wreath motifs. Light staining and age patina to the belt. Edge rubbing. All consistent with use. Very fine and bright gilding. Some losses to the silver plate. 63 cm