Dug Cavalry badge needs dated and use?

[oldbattleaxe]

This was dug. It measures 1 1/2" across is concave and is made of brass. No markings are found. We know it is cavalry and military. I was told once it could be a rosette but could not find one like this anywhere. Need its use and dated if possible. I have confidence in this group.

 

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[DirtyMike]

I think this is a collar stud. And I am guessing ww1 ish.

 

[oldfireguy]

If it is a brass, domed disc it is a post WW2 Cavalry enlisted collar brass. I don't believe it is a single stud but I think it is missing the clutch assembly that would screw onto what looks like a stud. The dome shape was C - late 40's to mid 60's.

 

[creskol]

If it is a brass, domed disc it is a post WW2 Cavalry enlisted collar brass. I don't believe it is a single stud but I think it is missing the clutch assembly that would screw onto what looks like a stud. The dome shape was C - late 40's to mid 60's.

I would agree with that .. There is also one on Ebay listed in the category of
Collectibles >Militaria >Current Militaria (2001-Now) >Original Items >Pins

http://cgi.ebay.com/Cavalry-Collar-...927?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2560372def

 

[oldbattleaxe]

Thanks, but I don't think so. This badge is much larger and older. I have had it for about 20 years and it looked the same as it does now. It measures approx 1 1/2" across. I do believe it had a stud. I have every cavalry collar disc used from WW1 until Iraqi Freedom. I think we are still looking? I do appreciate all input. Bill

 

[oldfireguy]

Is it part of a bridle? Maybe a private purchase piece? A sweetheart piece?

It's hard to tell by looking at the photos.

 

[oldbattleaxe]

I should have a coin or something to show the size. It was in the ground in Barberton Ohio at the Barber buildings which were used for training before WW1 and later. Bill

 

[oldfireguy]

Huge difference. If you don't find an answer check out this forum. Great bunch of people and very helpful. http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/