WW2 British 23rd Hussars Cap Badge

The WW2 British 23rd Hussars Cap Badge is a metal insignia worn by members of the 23rd Hussars, a cavalry regiment of the British Army active during the Second World War. This badge typically features the distinctive regimental emblem, which consists of a laurel wreath surmounted by a royal crown, encircling the number “23” on a central disc. The design reflects traditional cavalry symbolism and regimental identity. Made from brass or white metal, the badge was attached to the service headdress, most commonly the beret or peaked cap, using lugs or a slider on the reverse side. The 23rd Hussars served as part of the Royal Armoured Corps and participated in major campaigns, including the Normandy landings and subsequent actions in Northwest Europe. Cap badges like this one are collected for their historical association with significant military operations and for their craftsmanship, serving as examples of British regimental insignia from the Second World War period.