Canada, CEF. A Memorial Cross to L. Cpl Auton, KIA 1917 consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac " Initially listed as "Missing"

" Initially listed as "Missing"

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the badge has lost most of its gilt finish and some material fatigue is evident to the case

with a recessed medal bed for plush seating of the award

minor contacts to enamels

Canada, CEF. A Memorial Cross to L. Cpl Auton, KIA 1917 consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac " Initially listed as "Missing"In silver, reverse engraved 490286 L Cpl. A. AUTON and marked STERLING on the 6 oclock arm, measures 31. 8 mm (w) x 35. 2 mm (h), worn on original purple ribbon, light wear, very fine. Contained in original case of issue exterior in black leatherette marked with crown, velvet medalbed, measures 70 mm (w) x 90 mm (h) x 25 mm (d), light wear, does not close fully, near very fine. Footnote: Arthur Auton was born in Twickham, London in 1883. He emigrated