WW1 Canadian CEF 3rd Battalion C3 Collars Insignia Pair

The WW1 Canadian CEF 3rd Battalion C3 Collars Insignia Pair consists of two matching collar badges worn by members of the 3rd Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF), during the First World War. Each insignia features the “C3” designation, denoting the battalion number, typically rendered in brass or other period-appropriate metals. These collar badges were an integral part of the uniform, identifying the wearer’s unit and contributing to regimental esprit de corps. The designs reflect the standardized patterns used by Canadian infantry formations, conforming to the regulations in place for CEF units from 1914 to 1918. The 3rd Battalion, originating from Toronto, Ontario, served with distinction on the Western Front as part of the 1st Canadian Division. The insignia pair provides a representative example of Canadian military regalia from the Great War, illustrating both the organizational structure of the CEF and the specific identity of the 3rd Battalion.