WW1 British BEF Kings Own Scottish Borderers Sweetheart Badge Sew-On

The WW1 British BEF Kings Own Scottish Borderers Sweetheart Badge Sew-On is a commemorative item originating from the First World War era. Traditionally given as gifts by servicemen to loved ones, sweetheart badges were worn as tokens of affection and support. This example represents the King’s Own Scottish Borderers, a distinguished infantry regiment of the British Army that served with the British Expeditionary Force (BEF) during the conflict. The badge is designed to be sewn onto clothing or accessories, distinguishing it from the more common brooch varieties. It typically features the regimental insignia, rendered in metal or fabric, and may show signs of period wear consistent with its age. Such badges provide insight into the personal and social aspects of wartime experience, reflecting both regimental identity and home front morale. This item is relevant to collectors of military memorabilia, particularly those focused on British regimental or World War I artifacts.