Canada, CEF. A 153rd Infantry Battalion "Wellington Battalion" Cap Badge, by Ellis & Co, c.1915

In browning copper, maker marked "P.W. ELLIS & CO. LTD" on the reverse, measuring 51.5 mm (w) x 49.5 mm (h), both lugs intact but bent inward slightly, lacquered, contact marks and surface wear, very fine.

Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Wellington County with mobilization headquarters at Guelph, under the authority of G.O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed April 29, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel R.T. Pritchard with a strength of 17 officers and 511 other ranks. In England, the Battalion was broken up and absorbed into the 4th and 25th Reserve Battalions. It was disbanded on September 15, 1920.