Hello folks. This showed up in a box of turn of the century jewelry and other smalls that I purchased at a local estate sale and I'm unsure as to whether or not it has any military connotation? It's really quite beautifully made and appears to have a gilt brass base metal and very elaborate, multi-colored enamel work. The central motif is the Canadian maple leaf, surmounted by a crown and this in turn is mounted upon an oval belt-design w/ design work on each corner at the 3:00 and 9:00 positions , as well as a small, enamel filled "drop" at the 6:00 position. The hinge and catch are of high quality and reminiscent of what you'd see on some early TR period badges. The only marking is "R.D. 1902" on the reverse, which I assume is the mfg' and date of mfg. If anyone can enlighten me as to its origin or if it has any military connection I'd appreciate hearing from you. Thanks!
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In my opinion you got a late victorian era ( its Victoria crown ) canadian patriotic badge. Nothing millitary even if the «belt» around the badge may remind a little bit a scottish regimental/ clan badge design.
Its a wonderfull badge, that In my opinion will fit well in a collection of victorian era medal as a thing possibly wear by a proud canadian wife to show her support to our country. -
Thanks Manu. I didn't think it was a military badge, however it's really beautiful and SO well made. Thanks again for your comments!Comment
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Yep, they made great quality pin back in those days! Nothing to compare to the crappy plastic «Canada day flag pin» they give to people today...
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Yes, Manu hit it spot on: not military but very very nice work. A keeper for sure!Comment
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Thanks Peter. Yes, regardless of any military connection, it's a great looking piece w/ wonderful enamel work-very high quality! Thanks for commenting.Comment
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