Jump to content
Free downloads from TNA ×
The Great War (1914-1918) Forum

Remembered Today:

Pips can you tell me what they are please


berlingobob

Recommended Posts

Not sure what these blocks are ,I think I recognise the RAc icap badge but can anyone help with the other items are please .

 

 

IMG-20231107-WA0005.jpg

IMG-20231107-WA0003.jpg

IMG-20231107-WA0001.jpg

Link to comment
Share on other sites

RAMC and Pips (rank insignia)

Link to comment
Share on other sites

2 hours ago, berlingobob said:

Thank you

 

The rank stars (aka ‘pips’ as slang, due to their supposed resemblance to fruit stones) are in the great majority of cases based upon the Star of the Order of the Bath**.  These are the type that you have.

**there are some alternative types of star used by a few very select units.

Edited by FROGSMILE
Link to comment
Share on other sites

1 hour ago, berlingobob said:

That's so interesting to know, thank you very much 

The badge, which is for the collar, is very poor quality and looks like it might be ‘sand cast’.  Can you read what it says (or spell out) the inscription on the scroll at bottom?

Edited by FROGSMILE
Link to comment
Share on other sites

It was my friends grandfather's,and he sent me the picture so I can't read it,but I think he will be happy to have all this information.. Will see if I can get it though.thanks 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
×
×
  • Create New...