WW1 Canadian CEF 89th Battalion Number Shoulder Title Insignia Single Pin Back

The WW1 Canadian CEF 89th Battalion Number Shoulder Title Insignia Single Pin Back is a military artifact from the First World War, representing the 89th Battalion of the Canadian Expeditionary Force. This brass shoulder title was worn by members of the 89th Battalion, which was raised in Alberta in 1915 and saw deployment to England in 1916 before being absorbed into reserve units for reinforcements. The insignia is composed of a numerical “89” mounted in a distinct font, fitted with a single pin back fastening for attachment to military uniforms. Shoulder titles such as this served to identify a soldier’s unit within the CEF and formed an essential part of the service dress. Original examples typically exhibit period manufacturing characteristics, including signs of age, patina, and details consistent with WW1 Canadian military insignia standards. These insignia are collected for their historical significance and connection to Canada’s military heritage.  Marked R.J. Inglis.