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This is a circa World War II formation patch for the British 7th Armored Brigade. The 7th had a green jerboa (North African rodent) as a mascot and so was also known by the nicknames "Green Rats" and "Jungle Rats". The patch has a great embroidered green rat at its center.
VINTAGE:Circa World War II.
SIZE:Approximately 1-7/8" in width and 2-1/16" in height.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Wool felt embroidered in cotton/silk thread, muslin backing.
ATTACHMENT:None.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a Great Britain and Commonwealth militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBJX07 LABEX12/12 SABEX6/16
CONDITION:7 (Very Fine): The patch shows some moderate wear.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.