on a loop for suspension - marked “6” for “Fritz Zimmermann
all four prongs on reverse missing
“In the light of a candle burning on a Julleuchter
It was officially recognized on December 31
the obverse bearing a raised inscription of “VERDIENST UM DEN STAAT” (“SERVICE TO THE STATE”)
Canada, CEF. A 53rd Infantry Battalion Cap Badge visually-hidden on a loop for suspensionIn browning copper, maker marked "DINGWALL WINNIPEG" on the reverse, measuring 34 mm (w) x 37. 7 mm (h), both lugs intact, very light contact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Saskatchewan and Manitoba under the authority of G. O. 86, July 1, 1915. The Mobilization headquarters was at Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Battalion embarked Halifax, Nova Scotia, on March 29, 1916 aboard the S. S. Empress of Britain, under the command of