Canada, CEF. A First War Pair to Pte. Hoptrough, C.M.G. Brigade Auction while the crossguard itself is

while the crossguard itself is constructed of plated zink and features a hooked quillon

demonstrating the remnants of an adhesive consistent with previous display

also including a group of 16 buttons

and remains in a near mint condition

A 1927 Stahlhelmtag in Bonn badge (18-19

Canada, CEF. A First War Pair to Pte. Hoptrough, C.M.G. Brigade Auction while the crossguard itself isA British War Medal, in silver, full size, rim impressed 663680 PTE. E. J. HOPTROUGH. C. M. G. BDE., original ribbon, light wear, lovely patina (very dark on reverse), extremely fine. A Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 663680 PTE. E. J. HOPTROUGH. C. M. G. BDE., light wear, near extremely fine. A 164th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, pickled copper, blackened edges and reverse, unmarked, reverse bears two lugs with pin intact,