Canada, Dominion. A 97th Regiment Algonquin Rifles Other Ranks Helmet Plate, c.1904 United Republic of scattered paint chipping and gilt

scattered paint chipping and gilt swear

the reverse with a handwritten date of “AUGUST 1943”

the castle in the background

the exterior with a red dimpled fabric covering on all sides

Canada, Dominion. A 97th Regiment Algonquin Rifles Other Ranks Helmet Plate, c.1904 United Republic of scattered paint chipping and giltOther Ranks. In blackened bronze, well marked on reverse R. GAUNT & SON LTD LONDON, measuring 60. 4 mm (w) x 75. 2 mm (h), both lugs intact, very fine. Footnote: The Algonquin Regiment originated on July 1, 1900 in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario as the 97th Regiment of Rifles. Sub units were located in Thessalon, Sudbury and Sturgeon Falls. It was re designated on June 1, 1903 as the 97th Regiment (Algonquin Rifles); re designated on May 1, 1920 as The