Canada, CEF. A 25th Infantry Battalion "Victoria Rifles" Cap Badge, by Tiptaft, c.1915

In browning brass, maker marked "TIPTAFT, B'HAM" on the reverse, measuring 48.2 mm (w) x 49 mm (h), both lugs intact, green oxidation evident throughout on both sides, near extremely fine.

Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Nova Scotia and mobilized in Halifax under the authority of G.O. 36, March 15, 1915. The Battalion sailed May 20, 1915 under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel G.A. LeCain with a strength of 42 officers and 1,081 other ranks. The Battalion served in France and Belgium with the 5th Infantry Brigade, 2nd Canadian Division. It was disbanded on September 15, 1920.