Canadian 31st British Columbia Horse Officers Small Size Peak Cap Button

This item is a Canadian 31st British Columbia Horse Officers small size peak cap button. The button features the insignia of the 31st British Columbia Horse, a Canadian cavalry regiment established in the early 20th century within the Canadian Militia framework. Manufactured for officers’ dress uniforms, the button is made from brass and exhibits a finely detailed regimental crest, typically showing a crown along with distinguishing regimental scrollwork and motifs. Measuring approximately 16mm in diameter, this small size button was designed specifically for placement on the peak cap, setting it apart from the larger tunic or overcoat buttons. Such buttons were integral components of the full-dress uniform, reflecting both rank and regimental identity. This example provides historical insight into early Canadian cavalry regalia and uniform design prior to subsequent reorganizations of Canadian mounted units. Its construction and iconography are consistent with military buttons used during the early 1900s.