Canada, CEF. An Artillery Shell Visor Cap Desk Ornament United Republic of the exterior of the lid

the exterior of the lid with a silvered Cross Pattée

and minor warping

the lower edge bearing a raised guide bar topped by a stamped identification number of “12785”

In connection with the outbreak of war in 1939 Akermark returned back to the service and was placed as head of West Coast marine district until 1942

Canada, CEF. An Artillery Shell Visor Cap Desk Ornament United Republic of the exterior of the lidIn solid brass, a German made artillery shell, base marked POLTE MAGDEBURG APRIL 1900, turned into a Visor cap with copper band and Canada cap badge featuring a central crown. The interior is plain with rivets for exterior attachments. The ornament measures 120 mm (w) x 123 mm (l) x 60 mm (h), light wear and contact marks throughout, badge slightly loose, very fine.