WW1 Canada 4th Overseas Pioneer Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force Sweetheart Brooch.

A scarce First World War period Canadian Expeditionary Force '4th Pioneer Battalion CEF sweetheart brooch' gilt maple leaf bearing Crowned "Overseas" scroll above superimposed '4' over rifle and pick within a shield, tri-part scroll below "Overseas Pioneer Battalion" inlaid with red, white and blue enamelling. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings (hook slightly bent), perfect enamel, gilt remains fresh, an excellent example.
Height 30mm.

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.