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Jewish Brigade – Pre-Brigade Identification Bracelet (R.A.S.C.) – Egypt, 1943 – Silver with Egyptian Hallmarks, Gold Mounted - Personal identification bracelet of a Jewish soldier from Palestine who served in the British Army within the Royal Army Service Corps (R.A.S.C.), during the pre-Brigade period, Egypt, 1943. Silver plate with Egyptian hallmarks, bearing original engraved details: PAL / 145 – Palestine and unit number G. J. – Soldier’s initials R.A.S.C. – Royal Army Service Corps affiliation Hand-engraved Star of David Mounted on the plate is a British military emblem made of gold (probably 9 karat), added as a personal embellishment. Material and Dimensions: Silver with Egyptian hallmarks (probably .800), combined with gold (probably 9K) Total weight: 13.96 grams Plate dimensions: approx. 2.5 × 4 cm Original condition as found, with wear and use marks consistent with a WWII personal identification item. A rare item relating to Jewish service in the British Army in Egypt, 1943, from the transitional period preceding the formal establishment of the Jewish Brigade.