RARE VICTORIAN
RARE VICTORIAN
RARE VICTORIAN
RARE VICTORIAN
RARE VICTORIAN
RARE VICTORIAN
RARE VICTORIAN

RARE VICTORIAN "EGYPT" BRITISH MONMOUTHSHIRE 4th VB REGIMENT CROSS BELT & POUCH

$ 1716.0

Theme: Militaria Country of Origin: United Kingdom Type: Pouch

Description

FROM OUR PRIVATE COLLECTION: A Victorian Monmouthshire Regiment 4th VB full dress cross belt and Morocco leather pouch set featuring a full-breasted sphinx lying on a rope above the "Egypt" inscribed tablet, circa 1898-1908. The belt features a silver brocade with a central red stripe. Although this exact dress piece is new to the internet (thus the rarity description), we have settled with the description provided by Churchill's "History Of The British Infantry Collar Badge" which illustrates a Monmouthshire Volunteer Unit sphinx badge (with an extremely similar design). The difference in Churchill's description is the "Egypt" inscription which was later added for the 4th VB in 1898 (later The 3rd BN Monmouthshire Regiment in 1908). There has been other cross belts sold in the past but none were from the Egypt occupancy period. This sale would appear be the first ever sale of this item on the internet. Condition: Minor loss and weathering to the leather. Loose stud which connects the leather strap. The brocade has become lifted from the leather in some areas. Excellent condition considering the age and purpose of the item. Measurements: 18.5" long and 7.5" wide. All measurements are taken to the nearest half inch.

  1. Thank you very much for the Easter cuties, as described, great color, theme and graphics. oh, and value too. Packaging was great for fast and safe shipping. Thanks again, Flo Jo

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  2. Great item received as advertised and shipped at lightspeed - arrived BEFORE eBay delivery estimate! Wonderful seller! Thanks!

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  3. Beautiful antique mug/vase!! Just darling!! Great seller, packed professionally and fast shipping

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