Standard Bearer, 1825

This print is somewhat of a puzzle because the man holding the standard should be a senior NCO but is wearing the aiguilettes on the right shoulder, the sign of an officer. The Regimental Corporal Major had fringed epaulettes and would be a prime candidate for standard bearer. His pouchbelt is to be seen under the standard belt and is white as it would be for an other rank. It was the custom for non-commissioned ranks to carry the standard in the household cavalry whereas in the line cavalry regiments, it has traditionally been the job of the junior officers. Of interest is the shabraque which, if he is an NCO would be of similar design to the officers'. The georgian cypher is surmounted by a crown and the letters RHG are below.

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