Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

4th (The King’s Own) Regiment Officer’s Shoulder Belt Plate 1848-55
A very fine example, the burnished gilt rectangular back plate with gilt and silver overlays, in gilt a crowned strap, ‘The King’s Own Regiment’ enclosing the Lion of England over ‘IV’, silver laurel sprays and similar nine battle honour scrolls. The honour ‘Nive’ replacing ‘Nivelle’ (displayed on the 1833 pattern belt plate), complete with hook and stud fasteners with original leather liner, excellent condition £800-£1,000