WW1 69th Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force Sweetheart Brooch.

A scarce First World War period Canadian Expeditionary Force '69th Infantry Battalion CEF sweetheart brooch' gilt maple leaf with Crowned crest and scroll "Je Me Souviens" with further enamelled scrolls "Service 69 Outre Mer" "Canada". Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, gilt remains bright, an excellent example.
Height 33mm.

This is part of a large collection of First World War Canadian Expeditionary Force sweetheart brooches all in superb condition and being offered for sale over the next coming months.