Canada, CEF. A 130th Infantry Battalion "Lanark and Renfrew Battalion" Cap Badge

In pickled copper, voided, unmarked, measuring 37 mm (w) x 44.2 mm (h), both lugs intact, contact marks and surface wear, very fine.

Footnote: The Battalion was raised in the Countries of Lanark and Renfrew with mobilization headquarters at Perth, Ontario under the authority of G.O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed September 27, 1916 under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel J.F. de Hertel with a strength of 25 officers and 573 other ranks. In England, the Battalion was absorbed into the 12th Reserve Battalion. It was disbanded on September 15, 1920.