Canada, CEF. A 253rd Infantry Battalion "Queen's University Highlanders" Cap Badge Buy Now The Grand Cross was worn

The Grand Cross was worn on a sash or on a collar

1918-Present Issue

as well as the exterior metal hinge

top piece in aluminum

Canada, CEF. A 253rd Infantry Battalion "Queen's University Highlanders" Cap Badge Buy Now The Grand Cross was wornIn pickled brass, voided, maker marked "KINNEAR & DESTERRE" on the reverse, measuring 47. 5 mm (w) x 66 mm (h), both lugs intact, contact marks, red residue evident around "253", better than very fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Eastern Ontario with mobilization headquarters at Kingston under the authority of G. O. 48, May 1, 1917. The Battalion sailed April 29, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel P. G. C. Campbell with a strength