Canada, Dominion. A 97th Regiment Algonquin Rifles Officer's Helmet Plate, c.1904 Republic of GAUNT MONTREAL" and numbered "14"

GAUNT MONTREAL" and numbered "14" on the accompanying silver support plate

engraved with an award number of “942785”

After the creation of the Independent State of Croatia in April 1941

the obverse with a central blue enameled ring inscribed with “Australia” in capital letters with laurel sprigs above

for the Award of the King Zvonimir Order 1st Class with Oakleaves (for Gallantry in action)

Canada, Dominion. A 97th Regiment Algonquin Rifles Officer's Helmet Plate, c.1904 Republic of GAUNT MONTREAL" and numbered "14"Officers Version. In silvered bronze and black enamels, unmarked, voided, measuring 59. 5 mm (w) x 75. 6 mm (h), both lugs intact, very fine. Footnote: The Algonquin Regiment originated on July 1, 1900 in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario as the 97th Regiment of Rifles. Sub units were located in Thessalon, Sudbury and Sturgeon Falls. It was re designated on June 1, 1903 as the 97th Regiment (Algonquin Rifles); re designated on May 1, 1920 as The Algonquin