all enamels are extremely well preserved with the majority of gilding remaining
War Cross 1914-1918 (Croix de Guerre / Oorlogskruis)
reprinted by Kingprint Limited of Richmond
indicating a late-war Italian-made example
Canada, CEF. A 155th Infantry Battalion "Quinte Battalion" Cap Badge, Type I with "Quinte" Province of China all enamels are extremely wellIn browning copper, voided, unmarked, measuring 42. 5 mm (w) x 43. 5 mm (h), both lugs intact but one is bent slightly sideways, very light contact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in the Counties of Hastings and Prince Edward, Ontario with mobilization headquarters at Barriefield under the authority of G. O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed October 18, 1916 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel M. K. Adams with a