WWI CEF (Canadian Expeditionary Forces) 139th Northumberland Overseas BN Cap Badge

WWI Canadian Expeditionary Forces (CEF) 139th Northumberland Overseas Battalion cap badge. The badge is shaped like a starburst topped with a royal crown and the center features the number "139" and surrounding it reads: "NORTHUMBERLAND OVERSEAS BATTALION" in raised detail and is encircled by a wreath embellishment. A scroll along the top reads: "EXCELSIOR" and one along the bottom: "CANADA".

Circa WWI

Approximately 1-7/8" x 1-1/2"

Stamped bronze

Two loops/lugs, cotter pin

None.

This is from a Great Britain and Commonwealth collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MBJX10 LHEX9/16

8- (Very Fine - Excellent): The cap badge shows minor to moderate wear and verdigris, overall very fine condition.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.