Order Of King George I, 3Rd Class Set. Spink. GTRexclude In August 1916

In August 1916

the Battalion was reorganized to become the Calgary Regiment

onSeptember 10 1879

brass spike has two circular ventilation holes to the "neck" portion

1901 for gallantry in action during the Boer War

Order Of King George I, 3Rd Class Set. Spink. GTRexclude In August 1916Neck Badge in silver gilt and enamels, hinged crown, unmarked, 46 mm x 77 mm, with full neck ribbon. Breast Star, maker marked SPINK & SON Ltd. on reverse, 71 mm. Both feature crisp detail, vibrant colours, nice patinas, extremely fine. Hardshelled case maker marked SPINK & SON LTD. LONDON, latch is slightly askew but closes firmly, minor staining, near fine. Footnote: The award was created in 1916 for those that distinguished themselves in the field