WWII Belgian Artillery NCO Visor Cap – Maker Marked “A. De Jonghe, Gand”
Original Belgian Army NCO visor cap dating from the pre-WWII to early WWII period, featuring the distinctive red artillery branch piping and crossed cannon insignia to the front.
The cap retains its original shape and displays a pleasing field-used appearance. Inside, the diamond-shaped manufacturer label remains present and readable:
A. De Jonghe – 24 Bd de l’Yser, Gand
“Tailor Civil & Military” (Translated)
The interior unfortunately shows extensive moth damage and wear, clearly visible throughout the lining and inner wool. The exterior remains in substantially better condition overall, though several moth holes and signs of age are present, as shown in the photographs.
A solid and honest untouched example of a Belgian interwar / early wartime artillery visor cap, increasingly difficult to find on today’s market.
Condition
- Original period example
- Interior with heavy moth damage
- Exterior with scattered moth holes and wear
- Original cockade and artillery insignia present
- Maker diamond intact inside
- Condition exactly as shown in photographs
€100,00
In stock
In stock
Details
| Conflict | World War II |
|---|---|
| Country | Belgium |
Statement
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Historical Description
Belgian military visor caps of this type were introduced during the interwar period and continued in use into the early stages of the Second World War. The red piping identifies the wearer as belonging to the Artillery branch of the Belgian Army. The crossed cannon insignia to the front further confirms artillery service.
This example is an NCO (Non-Commissioned Officer) visor cap, recognizable by its construction and period Belgian military styling. Belgian uniforms and headgear from the 1930s remained in service during the German invasion of Belgium in May 1940, making surviving original pieces directly connected to the final pre-war Belgian Army establishment.
Inside the cap is the original maker’s diamond label from:
A. De Jongshe – Gand (Ghent)
“Tailor Civil & Military”
24 Boulevard de l’Yser
Military-tailor marked Belgian caps are increasingly sought after, especially branch-specific examples such as artillery. Due to wartime wear, occupation, and postwar reuse, original Belgian pre-1940 visor caps have become considerably scarcer on the collector market today.
