Canada, CEF. An Artillery Shell Visor Cap Desk Ornament United Republic of with in a black leather

with in a black leather case with golden detailing including an affixed anchor

It was here that he was to find himself assigned to HMCS Spikenard on September 15

The plaque is framed by diverse chiseled floral patterns displaying between a detailed period Spanish coat of arms on the top and a nicely performed coat of arms of the city Alar del Rey on the bottom

surrounded by the date “Den 1

and two ball finals marked with dianakopf

Canada, CEF. An Artillery Shell Visor Cap Desk Ornament United Republic of with in a black leatherIn solid brass, a German made artillery shell, base marked POLTE MAGDEBURG APRIL 1900, turned into a Visor cap with copper band and Canada cap badge featuring a central crown. The interior is plain with rivets for exterior attachments. The ornament measures 120 mm (w) x 123 mm (l) x 60 mm (h), light wear and contact marks throughout, badge slightly loose, very fine.