Miscellaneous
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This page captures the many other types of items that may be of interest or relevance to Canadian Signals. While a bit of a 'catch all' page, it is full of interesting items!
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Royal Canadian Signals Ashtray
This is a cast white metal ashtray bearing the words "Royal Canadian Signals". These ashtrays were made at LETE (or its predecessor) as retirement gifts for members of the corps. Some have been painted in the cavities around the letters to enhance their look.
Royal Canadian Signals Ashtray Large Style
This is a different style cast white metal ashtray bearing the words "Royal Canadian Signals" and a Jimmy figure. Similar to the ashtray above it is thus believed to also come LETE (or its predecessor). This is not the usual pattern and it isn't known if this was a one of a kind item or if others were made.
RCCS Drum Banner Crest
RCCS (KC) Lace Hankie
RCCS KC Music Stand Crest
27 CIB RCCS Banner
RCCS Kingston Pennants
WWII 2 Corps Sigs Battle Map
RCCS Bumper Plate
This item is after the British fashion of putting the corps/unit crest on a bumper plate. The plate features an RCCS crest of the Queens Crown type and is maker marked on the back "J.R. Gaunt, London". This example is provided by Maurice Hebert who writes "I served in Soest Germany in 1959. While there I purchased a GAUNT RCCS Car Badge (bumper plate) priced at 39/- each. This is in it's original box and has never been used." Maker: Gaunt
RCCS Decal
This is a decal of the RCCS King's Crown badge. It has been described as a helmet decal but nothing on it indicates its purpose. The instruction are located on the back. Size: about 3" across (backing)
Signal Officer's Napkin Ring
This is a two piece brass napkin ring. The name plate is attached by brass rivets and bears the position title of "SIG OFFICER" It is believed that this dates from the WW1 era although there is no proof of such. Size: 32 mm H x 43 mm in diameter
Note Paper - 3 Div RCCS Sgts Mess
Sheet of letter paper from 3rd Canadian Infantry Division RCCS Sergeant's Mess.
RC Sigs Buried Cable Marker
These signs were used to mark underground cables laid by the military Linemen. Principle use was for marking cable runs to remote transmitter and receiver sites.
Matchbook - 10 District Signals
A matchbook cover featuring a RCCS crest (King's Crown) and the text "No. 10 district Signals R.C. Signals (R.F.) Winnipeg". Matchbook made by the Eddy Match Company.
Matchbook - Various RCCS
Matchbook - Signallers Club 1983 reunion
A matchbook cover for the 1983 Corps Reunion in Kingston Ontario. Made by Eddy Match Company, Pembroke Ontario.
Canadian Corps of Signals Ashtray
A brass, and at one time silver plated, ashtray bearing the struck image of the Canadian Corps of Signals (CCS) cap badge. Item is maker marked "J.R.Gaunt, Montreal, Made in England" Maker: Gaunt
RCCS KC Diamond Crest
RCCS King's crown sweetheart pin, chromed with "diamond" inserts & sterling silver Jimmy. Typical jeweller's hook & pin fastener. Size: 30 mm W x 33 mm H
90 Canadian Headquarters and Signal Squadron T-Shirt
1st Canadian Signal Regiment T-Shirt
1 CSR 70th Anniversary Button
SRS Old Timers Button 1993
Button from the Old Timers Reunion in 1993.
CFCC Decal
A decal for the Canadian Forces Communication Command.
2003 Centennial Decal
2003 Centennial First Day Cover
Featuring the commemorative stamp of Marconi's trans-Altantic radio communication.
56 Canadian Signal Squadron Jimmy Statue
RCCS Tie bar
RC Sigs German style Beer Stein - stands 7" tall
1 Signal Squadron and RCCS crest embossing dies
Stationary embossing dies for 1 Signal Squadron while they were located at Currie Barracks, Calgary.
705 (Hamilton) Communication Squadron sticker
RC Signals Sterling cuff links
CSC Trench Art
RC Sigs standard physical fitness uniform
Royal Canadian Corps of Signals Band in Concert Album
Royal Canadian Corps of Signals War Memorial unveiling and dedication ceremony recording
Cufflinks made from CSC Buttons