Warrant Officer's Crown Insigna - Dating This Photograph?

[Lyndale]

Dear Listners,

Attached is an unidentified Warrant Officer of the Queens Own Dirsetshire Yeomanry (TF) displaying single crown insignia, which I understand denoted a different rank title and status depending on if the photo was taken pre WW1, during WW1 or post WW1.

I'm very keen to date when this photograph was taken? Other clues are the unusual dark band around his peaked cap, leather gaiters with spurs, Regimental Orders board behind him and no medal ribbons for such a mature gentleman, who I estimate to be aged between 45 and 55. Any help to date when and where this was taken would be very appreciated. Posted by Lyndale.

[David B]

Lyndale,

Only problem is there doesn't appear to be any attachment to your post.