Canada, Cef. A 97Th Infantry Battalion "Toronto Americans" Cap Badge, By Geo.h.lees, C.1915 Auction die struck cross of multi

die struck cross of multi piece construction

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Canada, Cef. A 97Th Infantry Battalion "Toronto Americans" Cap Badge, By Geo.h.lees, C.1915 Auction die struck cross of multiType II with "American Legion" Banner ("Unauthorized" Version). In browning copper, voided, maker marked "GEO. H. LEES & CO. 1915" on the reverse, measuring 33. 5 mm (w) x 48. 3 mm (h), both lugs pinched but intact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised and mobilized in Toronto, Ontario under the authority of G. O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed September 19, 1916 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel A. B. Clark with