Canada, CEF. A 173rd Infantry Battalion "Canadian Highlanders" Cap Badge, by Geo. Lees, c.1915

In browning copper, maker marked "GEO. H. LEES & CO. 1915" on the reverse, voided, measuring 47.8 mm (w) x 44.3 mm (h), both lugs intact, extremely fine.

Footnote: The Battalion was raised and mobilized in Hamilton, Ontario, under the authority of G.O.69, July 15, 1916. The Battalion sailed November 14, 1916 under the authority of Lieutenant-Colonel W.H. Bruce with a strength of 32 officers and 930 other ranks. In England, the Battalion was absorbed into the 2nd Reserve Battalion. It was disbanded on September 15, 1920.