Canada, Cef. A 258Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge certificate_of_authenticity There are two belt loop

There are two belt loop straps sewn in place along the waist at the rear

affixed to a magnetic metal backplate with a field-grey wool backer

A presentation case for a Grand Cross or Commander’s Star of the Order of Civil Merit

exterior lid embossed with gilt “Deutsche Akademie” (German Academy)

Canada, Cef. A 258Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge certificate_of_authenticity There are two belt loopIn 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