Canadian 31st British Columbia Horse Large Size Button

The Canadian 31st British Columbia Horse Large Size Button is a military uniform artifact associated with the early 20th-century Canadian militia. The 31st British Columbia Horse was a cavalry regiment formed in 1911 as part of the Canadian Non-Permanent Active Militia. This button features a larger diameter, typically used on the front of tunics or greatcoats, and displays the unit’s insignia, often incorporating a crown and regimental identifiers. Manufactured from gilt or brass, the button reflects the standard design and construction practices of its era, with a sturdy shank for secure garment attachment. Such buttons were worn by members of the regiment until its amalgamation into other units in the 1920s. Items like this provide a tangible link to the regimental history and material culture of Canadian military organizations prior to the First World War. This button is of interest to collectors, historians, and those studying Canadian military dress.