WW1 Ministry of Overseas Military Forces of Canada War Service Civil Staff Badge

A very scarce original First World War period British Made 'O.M.F. of Canada War Service Civil Staff pin badge'; large gilt title circlet, inlaid with blue enamel, white enamel 'Maple Leaf' to voided centre; the reverse impressed with maker's details 'J.R.Gaunt London'. Very good condition, complete with original hook and an old replacement pin fittings, no stress marks or damage to the enamel, gilt finish remains bright.
Diameter 33mm.

'Ministry of Overseas Military Forces of Canada' was established in October 1916, it controlled the organization, supply, and maintenance of all Canadian forces overseas, including the Canadian Corps and the overall Canadian Expeditionary Forces.The offices of the Ministry were situated in London

Code: 62518