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Pictured from my kriegsmarine collection is the emblem of the 1936 Olympics rings (top left) that was worn as an U-Boat tradition cap insignia by several crews, including U-165 and U-995. Also pictured is the insignia for the 9th U-Boat Flotilla 'Laughing Sawfish' (bottom right). Examples of the these tradition badges are on page 64, page 77, and page 83 of 'Torpedo Los! THE FASCINATING WORLD OF U-BOAT COLLECTIBLES' by Gordon Williamson.

Pictured from my kriegsmarine collection is an emblem and a badge used by the Ubootwaffe as tradition cap insignia. The emblem for the National Socialist League of the Reich foe Physical Fitness( left) was worn as an U-Boat cap insignia by the crew of U-274, as was the Edelweiss gap device of the German Army Mountain Troops (right) by the crew of U-124. Examples of the these tradition badges are on page 77, page 81, and page 83 of 'Torpedo Los! THE FASCINATING WORLD OF U-BOAT COLLECTIBLES' by Gordon Williamson. Pictured from my collection is a U-Boat tradition cap insignia 'Swordfish spearing an enemy sip' for the U-441 being worn by its Commander, Klaus Hartmann (white cap). All 51 hands, including Hartmann, died when U-441 was sunk by Allied depth-charges on 30 June 1944.

Update Alexander Married Elizabeth Campbell Baird born 1885 in Govan Glasgow, they were married on the 26 April 1912 and lived at 16 Cogan Street Pollockshaws. They had 4 children Mary Campbell Beveridge born 9th April 1912. George Beveridge born 4th April 1913. Alexander Beveridge born 11th April 1914. John Beveridge born 29th July 1917. This is how they are listed on his Pension Records. Alexander is remembered on The IWM .ORG.UK Lifestory by 2 people. Also on the Hollybrook Memorial Southampton. I also found him on the Roll of Honour of the Citizens of Glasgow, were he is listed twice, first at his Parents address of 24 Bengal Street Pollockshaws were he lived before he got married. and at 16 Cogan Street Pollockshaws were he lived after he got married giving the appearance that they are two different people when in fact they are the same person.

Here is my new acquired WW1 Italian Benaglia Rifle Grenade. It is in overall very good condition with small areas of pitting on the main body. This was a rodded rifle grenade used with the M91 Carcano rifle. This is the 2nd model with only one filling hole and stabilizing fins. The range of this was about 130 meters (427 ft) and could be used in both the regular length and carbine Carcano's.

No problem Joanie

Yes! It has helped immensely! And who would have known? Verra interesting. And today I was given another "mystery item" by my boyfriend who has all sorts of mystery items. I will post it as a separate topic. So, as you have solved this puzzle, I thank you with all my heart for your kindness! Kindest Regards, Joanie

Hi Seeker, I have managed to find out what the badge is .It's a private purchaise item made for a member of the Royal Scots or his girlfriend a sweatheart broach type of item.We are not sure whither it is a ring or a napkin ring it may be a bit small for this. And as G says the person on the badge is indeed Pontius Pilot. So you have quite a unique item there ,probably originally owned by a veteran who moved to the US or brought back by a US soldier who would have swapped it with a Tommy. Hope this helps

So... the mystery item remains a mystery for a bit longer... actually, I love the suspense! Thanks so much for your TIME and Expertise.

Hi Seeker, bad news I'm afraid my reference books turned up nothing ,however I have a very advanced badge collector coming into the shop next week ,I will ask him if he can shed any light on it.

No Problem! I hope that Hectic means lots of Business! I can wait, no worries.

Sorry about the delay Seeker , shop has been hectic this week , will try to find out for you tomorrow

You All Are Awesome! I've never gotten such speedy responses on a forum, nor such friendliness and willingness to help. It is warming my heart! Thank you in advance for all your assistance. With Kindest Regards from Your Scottish Sister

The Roman figure may not be so unusual given that they are nicknamed 'Pontius Pilot's Bodyguard'

Yes I was talking to Mikey a few weeks ago , although I think I might know what it is, just need to check my books when I go back into work on Tuesday.

Well it looks die pressed, maybe with electroplated zinc core or something? I'm leaning towards Kenny's idea od an OTC style badge. I've never seen this when I was living in the States so it is not some ordinary bit made by the typical US badge companies which will make a commemorative military badge for just about anything. Kenny, you still in touch with Mikey at all? He's a big badge man he might have a clue.

Thanks Seeker Leave it with me I'll see what I can find out.

Hello and thank you so much for your reply! I know absolutely nothing about this piece. The metal coiled ring on the back is heavy but not gold. A magnet does not stick to any parts of the item. I don't think the front decorative piece is gold either, although it has maintained its gold color at least on the front. My Friend said it looks like it may have been a sliding type of tie for a kerchief? Just guessing. It looks like a Roman Figure, but again, not sure. I have seen one or two badges with this Roman type of figure and "The Royal Scots" beneath, on E-Bay, but the rest of the pieces were nothing like this. As to dimensions: 15 mm from back of ring to front of decorative piece. Assume diameter of ring is about 14 mm. Decorative Piece is about 22 mm high, about 3 cm wide at broadest point. Hope this helps. Thanks again for your time and for the welcome!