Well known as the oldest existing continuously serving regiment in the British Army – since 1650 in fact - the Coldstream Guards are famous worldwide. Their historic starburst emblem is offered here as a Coldstream Guards Beret Cap Badge in a brass alloy. As well as their long and fascinating history as infantry, the Coldstream Guards nicknamed the ‘Lilywhites’ also perform prestigious ceremonial functions, often seen in the impressive scarlet uniforms and bearskins. As they were formed during the Civil War to protect the monarchy, they still carry out that duty today and are therefore based mostly in central London.As this is a precisely engineered quality beret cap badge, the wording on the garter inside the 8 pointed star can be clearly read: “Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense” which translates as ‘shamed be whoever thinks ill of it’ from old Norman French. This is the motto of the Order of the Garter, and inside that is the St George cross. Production specification:• Size 4.5cm x 4.5cm• This badge is NOT Stay Bright• Made from brass base metal to MoD specifications
