Canada, Cef. A 258Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge United Republic of engraved with an identification number

engraved with an identification number of “II

An Austrian Long Service Cross - 2nd Class for 35/40 Years of service

without interruptions in the fabric

there are diagonal-slit pockets on each side of the front

” and “18837” on the reverse

Canada, Cef. A 258Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge United Republic of engraved with an identification numberIn pickled brass, measuring 41. 3 mm (w) x 44. 5 mm (h), both lugs intact but pinched, contact marks, surface wear evident on the lion's face and on both fleur de lis, better than very fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Quebec with mobilization headquarters at Quebec City, Quebec under the authority of G. O. 63, June 15, 1917. The Battalion sailed October 16, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel P. E. Blondin with a strength of 16