hinged together with brass fixtures at the neck
the reverse bearing a central raised inscription of “FÜR VERDIENST IM KRIEGE” (“FOR MERIT IN WAR”)
the tabs bear machine-embroidered silver wire rank insignia bearing green bands
spotting and soiling present on the exterior
visible on the reverse are the prongs used to attach the original insignia to the buckle
Canada, CEF. A 22nd Infantry Battalion "Canadiens Français" Cap Badge, Type I Republic of hinged together with brass fixturesIn browning copper, unmarked, measuring 55 mm (w) x 38. 5 mm (w), both lugs intact, extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Quebec and mobilized in St. Jean, Quebec under the authority of G. O. 36, March 15, 1915. The Battalion sailed May 20, 1915 with a strength of 36 officers and 1,097 other ranks under the command of Lieutenant Colonel F. M. Gaudet. The Battalion served in France and Belgium with the 5th Infantry Brigade, 2nd Canadian