WW2 British Royal Army Ordnance Corps Medium Size Button

This medium-size button originates from the British Royal Army Ordnance Corps during the Second World War. The button is manufactured from brass and features the distinctive insignia of the Corps, typically displaying a laurel wreath encircling a shield, surmounted by a crown. Such buttons were standard issue on British Army uniforms, serving both functional and decorative purposes. Measuring approximately 20mm in diameter, this button size was commonly used on service jackets and greatcoats. The rear side is fitted with a shank for secure attachment to fabric. Items such as this are representative of the insignia and uniform detail used by the Royal Army Ordnance Corps, a branch responsible for the supply and maintenance of military materiel. The design and construction reflect mid-20th-century British military standards. This button is a typical example of the period and offers insight into military dress and insignia as used by the British armed forces during WWII.