Canada, Cef. A 230Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, By Birks, C.1916 Hold the Order of the Red

the Order of the Red Banner (14917)

Die-stamped steel with aluminum paint

and Victory Medal (510231 CPL

it features a 237 mm nickel-plated steel (magnetic) blade

The reverse ricasso is stamped with the Eickhorn over the shoulder Squirrel trademark and below is the company location

Canada, Cef. A 230Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, By Birks, C.1916 Hold the Order of the RedType I with Fleur de Lis. In browning copper, voided, maker marked "BIRKS 1916" on the reverse, measuring 40. 3 mm (w) x 49 mm (h), both lugs intact, scattered wear on the insignia, greening evident on the reverse, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Eastern Ontario with mobilization headquarters at Ottawa under the authority of G. O. 69, July 15, 1916. The Battalion sailed January 23, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant