Canadian Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada QOR Officers Cross Belt Plate

The Canadian Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada (QOR) Officers Cross Belt Plate is a decorative insignia worn as part of the formal dress uniform by officers of this distinguished infantry regiment. Typically affixed to the cross belt, the plate denotes rank and regimental affiliation. This example features the regiment’s distinctive motifs, which may include the regimental badge, the motto “In Pace Paratus,” and British Royal symbolism such as the crown. Constructed from brass or similar metals, the plate often displays high-relief detailing and a polished or antiqued finish. The Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada, established in 1860, has a long history of service in Canadian and Commonwealth military operations. Collectors and historians value such belt plates for their historical significance and craftsmanship, reflecting both the traditions of the regiment and broader British-Canadian military dress regulations of the 19th and early 20th centuries.