bit boss, bit boss
Accession Number
NAM.1970-04-39-1
Description
Bit boss, brass, 1890 (c). Associated with Berkshire Yeomanry. Within a garter bearing the title, 'Royal Berks. Yeory Cavalry', the cypher, 'VR', upon a frosted ground. The whole surmounted by a crown. Bent pin fastening. May have unofficially been called 'Royal' at this time.