Canada, CEF. A 49th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, Type I with Maple Leaf Buy Now before his transfer and admission

before his transfer and admission to the Military Convalescent Home at Epsom on April 29

all within a green enameled laurel wreath

The reverse bears a maker’s mark near the ricasso of “SMF

Japanese Mint issued

There is evidence of use and wax

Canada, CEF. A 49th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, Type I with Maple Leaf Buy Now before his transfer and admissionIn browning copper, maker marked "R. J. INGLIS LIMITED" on the reverse, measuring 35. 7 mm (w) x 38. 5 mm (h), both lugs intact, exhibiting scattered greening on the obverse, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Edmonton, Alberta under the authority of G. O. 86, July 1, 1915. The mobilization headquarters was also at Edmonton. The Battalion sailed June 4, 1915 with a strength of 36 officers and 996 other ranks under the command