WW1 5th Battalion London Rifle Brigade Gilt & Enamel Regimental Sweetheart Brooch, PIN FITTINGS REMOVED.

A scarce First World War period '5th Battalion London Rifle Brigade sweetheart brooch', gilded brass example bearing the 'Royal Arms' within a title circlet with 'South Africa 1900-02' honour, the reverse with evidence of having had a pin shank and hook, but for some unseemly reason these having been removed many years ago, otherwise I would have classed this in very good condition.
Height 31mm.

This is the first part of a large collection of First World War period, rare and wonderful sweetheart brooches, all in superb condition but with their pin fittings removed. These came attached on what could possibly be classed as a retailer's sample display board.