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85th Battalion (Nova Scotia Highlanders)
Artifacts
Other Rank Cap Badges
This section contains photos of eight examples of other rank cap badges for the 85th Battalion, circa 1915-1919. They show variations in the look of the standard badges based on slightly different metal content and finish coating used during the manufacturing process. Two non-standrad OR badges are also shown.
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Example 1
Other Rank Cap Badge
85th Battalion (Nova Scotia Highlanders)
Circa 1915
Pictured above is an example of a temporary two piece other rank cap badge for the 85th Battalion. When the battalion first began mobilizing in 1915, proper approved 85th Battalion cap badges were not yet availalable. As a result General List badges were often modified with the addition of "85" metal shoulder title numbers afixed to the fronts. The badge badge above is just such an example. It has two lugs on the back. There is no manufacturer identified. The badge measures approximately 46mm wide x 45mm high.
Ref. Number: 0-7 (3-2-1.2)
Image Information: Scan of original artifact
Source: Private Collection 2024