Australian World War 1 Identity Tag – R.A. Hiscock 21336

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Unofficial World War 1 identity tag in the shape of Australia, made from aluminium and engraved on both sides with “wiggle work”. Item is 55mm wide and 40mm high with lugs on both sides, perhaps for attaching to clothing or baggage. Engraving on front reads:

21336
R.A. Hiscock
Engineers

Engraving on back reads:

Next of Kin
A.W. Hiscock
508 Brougham St
Ballarat Vic

The records of Reginald Alfred Hiscock can be viewed online here.

Coin Information

Reference Number:C052005
Country:Australia
Year:1917-1918
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