Manchu Warrior Posted February 26, 2017 Share #1 Posted February 26, 2017 I was in the 175th for years so I was beyond happy when I found this at the flea market today for $20.00. I don't know much about Shako badges, with that said what era is this and I usually don't like to ask this but whats it worth? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manchu Warrior Posted February 27, 2017 Author Share #2 Posted February 27, 2017 Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobra 6 Actual Posted February 27, 2017 Share #3 Posted February 27, 2017 I spent some quality time in the 1st of the 115th back when and picked up one of these shako badges perhaps 30 years ago at the old Greenbelt, MD military show. As I recall I paid about $20 for it then. I think it's a great looking badge, but other than sentimental value for those who served in the 5th Regiment, I don't think the monetary value is much above what we both paid. Unfortunately, I've no info on its period of usage. Good score, though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KurtA Posted February 27, 2017 Share #4 Posted February 27, 2017 With the attachment tabs (as opposed to screw back), I'd estimate this to be 1880's/1890's manufacture with use into the early 1900's. Agree with above re: modest value. Not much demand and those who would be interested probably already have one. But in your case, I don't think actual value matters. You found something for a reasonable price that you really like and have a connection to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manchu Warrior Posted February 27, 2017 Author Share #5 Posted February 27, 2017 I wasn't buying because of it value and I will most likely never sell it. With that said I'm glad he didn't want $40.00 because I would have paid him what he wanted. I appreciate the information. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter Posted February 27, 2017 Share #6 Posted February 27, 2017 Here is the badge on a hat. http://www.simpsonltd.com/product_info.php?cPath=206_296_302&products_id=34130&osCsid=68f81c376aa69828497d25207ae792ca Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manchu Warrior Posted February 27, 2017 Author Share #7 Posted February 27, 2017 Here is the badge on a hat. http://www.simpsonltd.com/product_info.php?cPath=206_296_302&products_id=34130&osCsid=68f81c376aa69828497d25207ae792ca Thank you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter Posted February 28, 2017 Share #8 Posted February 28, 2017 Thank you!! You're welcome.Cool hat badge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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