WW1 Canadian CEF Great War Veterans Lapel Badge Low Number 88

The WW1 Canadian CEF Great War Veterans Lapel Badge with the low issue number 88 is a historical artifact awarded to members of the Canadian Expeditionary Force who served during the First World War. Instituted after the war for returning veterans, these badges provided a visible sign of honorable service. The badge consists of a circular design featuring the maple leaf, a central emblem in Canadian military tradition, with inscriptions denoting association with the Great War and the CEF. The serial number, in this case 88, is stamped on the reverse and indicates a very early issue, as badges were typically numbered sequentially upon distribution. Measuring approximately 27mm in diameter, it is fitted with a horizontal pin for attachment to lapels or civilian clothing. These badges served both as recognition of wartime service and as a means for veterans to identify themselves in civilian life following the cessation of hostilities.