Officer's Bearskin Badge c1835


This special badge was worn on the front of officers' bearskins during the 1830s. The rose was the other symbol of the Coldstream Guards along with the garter star. It is gilt with red enamelled petals and green leaves. The gilt crown has scarlet velvet cushions.


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